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How long wilt thou forget me, Lord?
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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How long wilt thou forget me, Lord? by Thomas Clark — Lyrics
In finem. Psalmus David. Usquequo, Domine, oblivisceris me in finem? usquequo avertis faciem tuam a me?
quamdiu ponam consilia in anima mea; dolorem in corde meo per diem?
usquequo exaltabitur inimicus meus super me?
Respice, et exaudi me, Domine Deus meus. Illumina oculos meos, ne umquam obdormiam in morte;
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About How long wilt thou forget me, Lord?
This setting of Psalm 13, in its English translation, opens with a plaintive plea, asking how long the Lord will forget his servant. The text moves through expressions of inner turmoil and the taunts of enemies to a prayer for light and a hopeful affirmation of trust in God's mercy. Thomas Clark sets these words for SATB choir, offering a devotional expression of faith through adversity. The psalm’s journey from lament to confident reliance on divine goodness is powerfully conveyed through the choral writing. This sacred hymn setting provides a moving reflection on seeking divine solace.
