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Bescher uns, Herr, das täglich Brot
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Bescher uns, Herr, das täglich Brot by Hugo Distler — Lyrics
1. Bescher uns, Herr, das täglich Brot;
vor Teurung und vor Hungersnot
behüt uns durch dein lieben Sohn,
Gott Vater in dem höchsten Thron.
2. O Herr, tu auf dein' milde Hand,
mach uns dein' Gnad' und Güt' bekannt:
ernähr uns, deine Kinderlein,
der du speist alle Vögelein.
3. Erhörst du doch der Raben Stimm',
d'rum unsre Bitt', Herr, auch vernimm;
denn aller Ding' du Schöpfer bist
und allem Vieh sein Futter gibst.
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About Bescher uns, Herr, das täglich Brot
This sacred motet by Hugo Distler is a prayer for daily sustenance and protection from hardship, a plea for God's grace and mercy. The German text, taken from a prayer for the harvest and general well-being, asks for God's provision, reminding him of his care for all creatures. The composer's setting for SSA voices imbues this earnest supplication with a profound sense of devotion and spiritual reflection, making it a fitting choice for services during harvest time or any occasion where gratitude for God's bounty and a petition for continued blessings are central themes. Its direct and heartfelt expression of faith resonates deeply.
