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Jesu du höchste Gütigkeit
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Jesu du höchste Gütigkeit by Samuel Friedrich Capricornus — Lyrics
JEsu du höchste Gütigkeit,
meins Hertzens Lust und beste Freud,
du bist das unbegreifflich Gut,
dein Lieb erquickt mir Sinn und Muth.
O JEsu du mein Süssigkeit,
du Trost der Seel die zu dir schreyt,
die heissen Zähren suchen dich.
Ja, wo ich sey umb was Reuer,
so wolt ich JEsus wär bey mir,
Freud über Freud, wann ich ihn und,
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About Jesu du höchste Gütigkeit
Samuel Friedrich Capricornus's sacred motet Jesu du höchste Gütigkeit is a heartfelt expression of devotion, likely intended for devotional services within the Lutheran tradition. Set for a treble duet (SSB), the German text paints a vivid picture of intense love and yearning for Jesus. The lyrics speak of Jesus as the ultimate goodness, the heart's delight, and the soul's comfort, contrasting earthly desires with the spiritual fulfillment found in Him. The composer captures the fervent plea for spiritual closeness and the profound joy that such a connection brings. The music would effectively convey the singer's deep emotional response, celebrating an unshakeable love that grows ever stronger.
