I will lift up mine eyes

This setting of Psalm 121, also known as Canticum Graduum, is a profound musical meditation on trust and divine protection. The text, presented here in both its original Latin and an English translation, speaks of lifting one's eyes to the mountains, seeking help from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. The composer Ernest Walker has crafted a powerful anthem for ATB voices, exploring the comforting assurance that God neither slumbers nor sleeps, but watches over Israel and guards the singer from all harm. It is an ideal selection for moments of reflection or for services focusing on themes of guidance and security, offering solace and strength through its evocative musical language.