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Hier is tot Bethleem
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Hier is tot Bethleem by Jan Van der Wielen — Lyrics
Hier is tot Bethleem in den stal een cleyn kint gheboren.
Sonder dit kint, Godt van al, waeren wy verloren,
gaet dan herders by het kint om te paeyen tkintjen teer
seght tot wie u so bemint na na na en crijt niet meer.
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About Hier is tot Bethleem
This sacred Christmas carol in Dutch recounts the Nativity scene, with shepherds visiting the infant Jesus in the stable. The text expresses the deep love God has for humanity, made manifest in this child, and reassures the baby that he will not be lost. It also captures a tender moment of comfort, as the shepherds try to soothe the crying infant, urging him to cease his weeping and embrace the love he brings. Composed for SAT voices, Hier is tot Bethleem offers a poignant and intimate perspective on the Christmas story.
