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Christum ducem
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Christum ducem by Josquin des Prez — Lyrics
Chrístum dúcem qui per crúcem
Redémit nos ab hóstibus,
Láudet coétus nóster laétus,
Exsúltet coélum láudibus.
Poéna fórtis túae mórtis
Et sánguinis effúsio
Córda térant ut te quaérant:
Jésu nóstra redémptio.
Per felíces cicatríces,
Spúta, flagélla, vérbera,
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About Christum ducem
A master of the High Renaissance, Josquin des Prez composed this profound motet for SATB voices. Set in Latin, the text is a fervent prayer for redemption and divine grace. It opens with praise for Christ, who through the cross has redeemed us from our enemies, urging all creation to rejoice. The lyrics then reflect on the suffering and blood shed by Christ, imploring Him to guide our hearts towards seeking Him, our redemption. The music would have been intended for sacred services, with its rich harmonies and expressive melodic lines supporting the deeply spiritual message of penitence and eternal joy found in Christ's sacrifice.
