Ego sum panis vivus

This motet for five-part choir (soprano, tenor, tenor, bass, bass) sets a significant passage from the Gospel of John. The text, taken from John 6:48-51, speaks of Christ as the living bread descended from heaven, offering eternal life to those who partake of him. It directly follows Jesus's proclamation "I am the bread of life," and the choir will find rich opportunities to convey the solemnity and profound theological meaning of these words. Composed by Jacobus Clemens non Papa, a prominent figure of the Franco-Flemish school, this sacred setting would be particularly fitting for services during the Easter season or for services focusing on the Eucharist. The Latin text is delivered with clarity and expressive depth, making it a powerful addition to a choir's sacred repertoire.