Barukh haba beshem adonai

This motet opens with a jubilant welcome, proclaiming "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord." The Hebrew text, drawn from Psalm 118 and other biblical sources, speaks of divine blessings and calls for thanksgiving, urging a celebration with offerings "to the horns of the altar." The composer, Salamone Rossi, sets this rich text for SSATTB voices, creating a devotional work suitable for sacred occasions. His music reflects the grandeur of the Psalms while adhering to the contrapuntal traditions of the era, offering a profound expression of praise and gratitude.