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Be Thou my judge
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Be Thou my judge by Thomas Sanders Dupuis — Lyrics
Be Thou my judge, O Lord, of all mine innocence to clear,
my trust is I shall never fall if that through Christ appear,
examine me and take the part O Lord, so much Thy owns
and take the part, so much Thy own try out my reins
and prove my heart which thou canst know alone.
Because Thy loving kindness stands for ever full in view,
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About Be Thou my judge
Thomas Sanders Dupuis's anthem Be Thou my judge is a setting of an English sacred text. Composed for SATB choir, the music explores themes of spiritual integrity and reliance on divine judgment. The text, which includes phrases like "Be Thou my judge, O Lord, of all mine innocence to clear" and "my trust is I shall never fall if that through Christ appear," reflects a deep plea for examination and vindication, seeking purity of heart and mind. The composer's setting likely emphasizes the solemnity and earnestness of these devotional sentiments, offering a powerful musical interpretation of unwavering faith and the pursuit of spiritual truth. It is a significant work within the tradition of English sacred choral music.
