Halt, was du hast
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Halt, was du hast by Johann Michael Bach — Lyrics
About Halt, was du hast
This motet by Johann Michael Bach, Halt, was du hast, is a profound sacred work for double choir, SATB and TTTB. The German text implores the listener to hold fast to what they have, lest their crown be taken away. It speaks of Jesus as the joy and delight of the heart, the desire of the soul, and the bridegroom. The lyrics also express a deep commitment to remain faithful unto death, rejecting earthly treasures in favour of divine love and ultimately promising a glorious kingdom and a beautiful crown from the hand of the Lord for those who persevere.