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How blest is he who ne'er consents
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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How blest is he who ne'er consents by Johann Michael Haydn — Lyrics
;Clementine Vulgate
Beatus vir qui non abiit in consilio impiorum, et in via peccatorum non stetit, et in cathedra pestilentiae non sedit;
sed in lege Domini voluntas ejus, et in lege ejus meditabitur die ac nocte.
Et erit tamquam lignum quod plantatum est secus decursus aquarum, quod fructum suum dabit in tempore suo: et folium ejus non defluet; et omnia quaecumque faciet prosperabuntur.
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About How blest is he who ne'er consents
Johann Michael Haydn sets a well-known psalm text, traditionally associated with wisdom and righteousness. The composer has chosen to present this text in a bilingual format, with the original Latin alongside an English translation. This setting is suitable for SATB choir, offering a rich harmonic language to explore the psalm's message of the blessedness of those who follow God's law and shun the ways of the wicked. The piece draws on the devotional tradition of hymnody, providing a thoughtful and accessible musical setting that would be appropriate for various sacred occasions. It offers a reflective musical meditation on themes of divine guidance and the contrast between the righteous and the ungodly.
