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How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord by Maurice Greene — 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, O Lord
Maurice Greene, a distinguished figure of English church music, composed this powerful anthem for double SATB choir. The work sets a deeply personal plea from Psalm 13, exploring themes of abandonment and suffering, but ultimately finding solace and hope in divine mercy. The Latin text, invoking God's presence and protection, is contrasted with an English translation, making the profound spiritual message accessible. Greene's setting is characterized by its rich choral textures and its ability to convey the dramatic arc of the text, moving from anguish to exultation.
