Hodie mecum eris

The sacred Latin text expresses the swiftness of divine mercy, contrasting the prayers of the faithful with the speed of God's reward. It opens with Jesus' promise to the repentant thief on the cross: 'Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.' This profound assurance is further elaborated, highlighting how quickly God's grace responds. Mariano Garau sets these words for SATB choir, crafting a devotional setting that allows the message of hope and redemption to shine through the rich harmonies and textures of the four-part writing.