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I set the Lord still in my sight
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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I set the Lord still in my sight by John Arnold — Lyrics
I set the Lord still in my sight,
And trust him over all;
For he doth stand on my right hand,
Therefore I shall not fall.
Wherefore my heart and tongue also
Rejoice exceedingly:
My flesh likewise doth rest in hope
To rise again, for why?
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About I set the Lord still in my sight
This SATB setting of a familiar psalm paraphrase by John Arnold opens with a sense of steadfastness. The choir’s entry in unison on the words ‘I set the Lord still in my sight’ establishes a firm foundation, before unfolding into rich SATB harmony. The music moves with confidence, mirroring the text’s assurance of divine protection and the ultimate hope of resurrection and eternal joy. Arnold’s setting is both a direct and moving declamation of the text’s profound message and a satisfying challenge for a mixed-voice choir. The clear English text speaks of unwavering faith and the sure promise of life everlasting.
