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Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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3 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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Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom by Thomas Tomkins — Lyrics
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom,
who knowest our necessities before we ask,
and our ignorance in asking;
we beseech thee to have compassion upon our infirmities;
and those things, which for our unworthiness we dare not,
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About Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom
Thomas Tomkins's Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom is a sacred anthem setting a powerful English text. The words express a humble plea for divine assistance, acknowledging human ignorance and unworthiness while seeking God's grace for necessities that cannot be articulated. The composer's response is richly scored for STTBB and SAATB voices, creating a majestic and devotional sound. This setting perfectly captures the earnest supplication of the text, offering a profound musical meditation on faith and dependence. It is a significant work from the English sacred tradition, suitable for services or concerts seeking musical depth and spiritual reflection.
