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How num'rous, Lord, of late are grown
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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How num'rous, Lord, of late are grown by Hugh Bond — Lyrics
Psalmus David, cum fugeret a facie Abessalon filii sui.
Domine, quid multiplicati sunt qui tribulant me? Multi insurgunt adversum me;
Multi dicunt animae meae: non est salus ipsi in Deo eius. [diapsalma]
Tu autem Domine, susceptor meus es, gloria mea, et exaltans caput meum.
Voce mea ad Dominum clamavi; et exaudivit me de monte sancto suo. [diapsalma]
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About How num'rous, Lord, of late are grown
Sung in Latin and English, How num'rous, Lord, of late are grown is a sacred anthem for SATB choir. Its text is drawn from Psalm 3, traditionally associated with times of distress and the seeking of divine protection. The composer, Hugh Bond, sets the words to music that reflects the psalm's journey from lament to ultimate trust in God. The piece opens with an acknowledgement of adversaries, but quickly moves to declarations of God as protector and sustainer. It offers a powerful musical expression of faith and resilience, concluding with a plea for salvation and blessing. This anthem is suitable for services where the themes of deliverance and divine favour are paramount.
