Hodie completi sunt a 10

The text celebrates the Feast of Pentecost, recounting the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples in the form of fire, bestowing upon them spiritual gifts and commissioning them to preach the Gospel throughout the world. The words affirm the promise of salvation for those who believe and are baptized. Christoph Straus's setting is a motet for ten voices, SSSA.SATBBB, sung in Latin. The composer divides the vocal forces to create rich textures and dramatic contrasts, ideal for a major festival occasion.