This edition was prepared by James Gibb — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
I am the resurrection and the life
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems, Burial / Funeral Hymns
Preview
0
0
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
STTB · Jon Riding
Preview
Subscribed as
Want Sunday picks sent to another address too?
Free weekly email
Your choir should not be left out in what's trending
Sunday mass selections, psalms, and trending songs in your area — straight to your inbox.
I am the resurrection and the life by Thomas Tomkins — Lyrics
I am the resurrection and the life saith the Lord:
he that believeth in me, yea, though he were dead,
Read full lyrics
About I am the resurrection and the life
Thomas Tomkins was one of the most significant English composers of the late Renaissance and early Jacobean periods. His sacred music often explores profound theological texts with rich harmonic language. This setting of I am the resurrection and the life draws directly from the Gospel of John, offering solace and reassurance in the face of mortality. The text, a central tenet of Christian belief, speaks of eternal life through faith.
Scored for STTB voices, the piece uses the directness of the English text to create a powerful and moving anthem. Tomkins’s setting emphasizes the solemnity of the words while also conveying a sense of hope and comfort, making it a fitting choice for funeral services or other occasions of remembrance.
