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Jesu nostra redemptio
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Jesu nostra redemptio by Jacob Handl — Lyrics
Jesu, nostra redemptio,
Amor et desiderium,
Deus creator omnium,
Homo in fine temporum.
Quae te vicit clementia,
Ut ferres nostra crimina,
Crudelem mortem patiens
Ut nos a morte tolleres!
Inferni claustra penetrans,
Tuos captivos redimens,
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About Jesu nostra redemptio
Jacob Handl's motet Jesu nostra redemptio is a powerful setting of a Latin text, likely a hymn from the medieval period, exploring the redemptive sacrifice of Christ. The text speaks of Jesus as our redemption, our love and desire, the creator of all, and man at the end of time. It recounts his mercy in suffering our sins and dying to save us from death, his victory over hell, and his triumphant ascension. The composer sets this profound text for a rich six-part choir, AATTBB, adding weight and solemnity to the devotional message. This is a deeply spiritual work for a choir looking to explore significant sacred repertoire.
