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God the Omnipotent!
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Andrew Sims
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God the Omnipotent! by Alexei Lvov — Lyrics
God the Omnipotent! King, who ordainest
thunder thy clarion, the lightning thy sword;
show forth thy pity on high where thou reignest:
give to us peace in our time, O Lord.
God the Allmerciful! earth hath forsaken
thy ways all holy, and slighted thy word;
bid not thy wrath in its terrors awaken:
give to us peace in our time, O Lord.
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About God the Omnipotent!
The striking words of this hymn implore divine intervention, painting a vivid scene of God as an omnipotent ruler wielding thunder and lightning, yet also as a merciful and righteous judge. The text, sung here in English, expresses humanity's failings and defiance, begging for peace in troubled times. The composer Alexei Lvov sets this powerful plea for an SATB choir, with the music likely reflecting the dramatic and fervent nature of the petition. It calls for God's mercy to temper his wrath, and trusts in his ultimate providence to restore freedom and truth, even through chastening darkness. This is a compelling work of sacred music, resonating with profound spiritual and existential themes.
