Ich weiß daß mein Erlöser lebt (I know that my redeemer lives)

This setting of Ich weiß daß mein Erlöser lebt by Johann Michael Bach is a sacred motet for double choir (ATBB and SATB) singing in German. The text is a profound declaration of faith from the Book of Job, expressing the certainty of resurrection and the personal vision of God. Such powerful statements of belief were often sung in Lutheran services, particularly during Eastertide, or as part of funeral ceremonies, providing solace and affirmation to the congregation. The composer weaves these confident words into a rich contrapuntal texture, ideal for a choir seeking substantial sacred repertoire that explores deep theological themes through the expressive possibilities of choral polyphony.