Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, SWV 326
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, SWV 326 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
About Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, SWV 326
Heinrich Schütz's Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, SWV 326, is a sacred motet for solo voices SSSB. The German text is a prayer for divine guidance and strength. The singer implores Jesus Christ to hear their lament, grant grace, and provide the right path to live for God and be useful to their neighbour, holding fast to His word. The prayer continues, asking for assurance against mockery and for the hope of trusting in God when facing death. It concludes with a plea for forgiveness of enemies and for a new life, with God's word as spiritual nourishment.