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Gustate et videte
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Eucharistic songs, Communion Hymns
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Gustate et videte by John Reager — Lyrics
Gustate et videte quoniam suavis est Dominus; beatus vir qui sperat in eo.
versus:
Timete Dominum, omnes sancti ejus, quoniam non est inopia timentibus eum.
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About Gustate et videte
John Reager’s Gustate et videte is a sacred motet for SATB choir setting a Latin text. The music opens with a homophonic declaration, quickly unfolding into a more contrapuntal texture. The text, drawn from Psalm 33, speaks of the Lord’s goodness and the blessings of those who trust in Him. It contrasts the poverty of the rich with the abundance found by those who seek the Lord, forming a reflection on divine providence and the spiritual rewards of faith. The motet’s ebb and flow reflect the dynamic nature of the text, moving between moments of solemn pronouncement and intricate vocal interplay.
