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Benedicite
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Manfred Hößl
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Benedicite by Ludwig Rotter — Lyrics
In finem. Canticum psalmi resurrectionis. Jubilate Deo, omnis terra;
psalmum dicite nomini ejus; date gloriam laudi ejus.
Dicite Deo: Quam terribilia sunt opera tua, Domine! in multitudine virtutis tuae
mentientur tibi inimici tui.
Omnis terra adoret te, et psallat tibi; psalmum dicat nomini tuo.
Venite, et videte opera Dei: terribilis in consiliis super filios
hominum.
Qui convertit mare in aridam; in flumine pertransibunt pede: ibi laetabimur
in ipso.
Qui dominatur in virtute sua in aeternum; oculi ejus super gentes respiciunt: qui exasperant non exaltentur in semetipsis.
Benedicite, gentes, Deum nostrum, et auditam facite vocem laudis ejus:
qui posuit animam meam ad vitam, et non dedit in commotionem pedes meos.
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About Benedicite
This SATB motet by Ludwig Rotter sets a powerful Latin text from the Psalms. Its opening verses call for universal rejoicing and praise to God, celebrating the awe-inspiring might of His works and His dominion. The music would suit a service of thanksgiving or a celebration of God's power. The composer uses the rich sonorities of four-part harmony to convey the exultant and majestic character of the text, building towards a fervent declaration of God's greatness and the surrender of His enemies. It is a significant addition to the sacred choral repertoire, offering a profound musical setting for a significant liturgical moment.
