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Dover
Staff Notation • Sacred
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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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Dover by Daniel Belknap — Lyrics
Naked as from the earth we came,
And crept to life at first,
We to the earth return again,
And mingle with our dust.
The dear delights we here enjoy,
And fondly call our own,
Are but short favors borrowed now,
To be repaid anon.
'Tis God that lifts our comforts high,
Or sinks them in the grave;
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About Dover
Daniel Belknap's Dover is a sacred anthem for SATB choir, written in English. Its text reflects on the transient nature of earthly life and possessions, reminding us that all comforts are temporary gifts from God. The lyrics encourage a spirit of acceptance and peace, urging us to surrender our earthly desires and rebellious thoughts to divine will. The music aims to capture the solemnity of contemplating mortality and the ultimate reliance on God's providence, whether in times of abundance or loss. It's a piece that invites introspection on faith and acceptance in the face of life's inevitable changes.
