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Im Anfang war das Wort was composed by Carl Loewe.

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Im Anfang war das Wort is sung in German.

Im Anfang war das Wort by Carl Loewe — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Edition by Ullrich Köthe

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Added Jul 31, 2026

Composer: Carl Loewe

Format: Staff

Language: German

Pages: 7 pages

This edition was prepared by Ullrich Köthe — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.

Im Anfang war das Wort by Carl Loewe — Lyrics

Im Anfang war das Wort, und das Wort war bei Gott, und Gott war das Wort. Und das Wort ward Fleisch

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About Im Anfang war das Wort

The words of this motet are taken from the opening of the Gospel of John. Carl Loewe sets this profound text, which speaks of the divine Word becoming flesh and dwelling among us, in a powerful SATB setting. The German lyrics are treated with reverence, their theological weight matched by the rich choral writing. This sacred work offers opportunities for expressive vocal performance, bringing the biblical narrative to life for both choir and congregation.