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Gott selber hat
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Gott selber hat by Leonhard Lechner — Lyrics
Gott selber hat
auß höchsten rath
gestifft das Ehelich leben:
Ein schönes bild
lieblich und mild
dem Adam zu gegeben.
Welchs in erquickt
sich nach im schickt
als seinen herren ehret
die Erden breit
durch liebes früchte mehret.
Al so noch heut
Gott auch gebeut
eim jedem seins geleichen:
Mit dem bescheid
in lieb und leid
von ander nit zu weichen.
Biß daß der tod
und sonst kein not
die Ehe von ander spalte
daß Gott der Herr
inn disem stand erhalte.
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About Gott selber hat
Leonhard Lechner’s sacred motet Gott selber hat is written for SATTB voices. Its German text celebrates the divine institution of marriage, presenting it as a gift from God, a beautiful and gentle image given to Adam. The lyrics describe marriage as a union that enriches the earth and call for fidelity through joy and sorrow, until death. The music itself reflects the text's solemn and devotional character, with the five voice parts weaving together to create a rich and devotional sound. This setting would be a meaningful addition to services or concerts focusing on the sacrament of marriage or the blessings of faithful companionship.
