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Beatus vir qui timet
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Vesper Psalms
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Beatus vir qui timet by Anonymous — Lyrics
Alleluia. Reversionis Aggei et Zacchariae. Beatus vir qui timet Dominum: in mandatis ejus volet nimis.
Potens in terra erit semen ejus; generatio rectorum benedicetur.
Gloria et divitiae in domo ejus: et justitia ejus manet in saeculum saeculi.
Exortum est in tenebris lumen rectis: misericors, et miserator, et justus.
Jucundus homo qui miseretur et commodat; disponet sermones suos in judicio:
quia in aeternum non commovebitur.
In memoria aeterna erit justus;
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About Beatus vir qui timet
This setting of Psalm 111 (Beatus vir qui timet Dominum) opens with an Alleluia, linking it to a festive occasion. The text is a praise of the righteous man who fears the Lord, finding his joy in God's commands. It speaks of his prosperity on earth, his legacy, and the lasting glory and riches in his house. A light shines in darkness for the upright, showing God's mercy and justice. The psalm rejoices in the man who is merciful and lends, whose words are ordered in judgment, and who will not be moved. His memory is eternal, and he need not fear evil reports. His heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord, and will ultimately triumph over his enemies. This motet is written for SATB choir and is sung in Latin.
