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Greater Love Hath No Man
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Douglas Walczak
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Greater Love Hath No Man by John Ireland — Lyrics
Many waters cannot quench love,
neither can the floods drown it. Love is strong as death.
Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree,
that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness.
Ye are washed, ye are sanctified,
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About Greater Love Hath No Man
John Ireland's Greater Love Hath No Man is a powerful SATB anthem for mixed choir, set in English. Opening with an expressive depiction of the text's profound message of sacrificial love, the music moves through moments of great tenderness and soaring affirmation. The composer draws upon the rich tradition of English sacred music, creating a setting that is both emotionally resonant and musically compelling. The text, drawn from Scripture, speaks of Christ's ultimate sacrifice and the believer's calling to a life of righteousness, sanctification, and service. Ireland's masterful handling of the SATB voicing allows for a rich harmonic palette and dynamic contrast, making this a deeply moving and memorable piece for choir and congregation alike.
