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Jesus Christus, unser Heiland
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Jesus Christus, unser Heiland by Joachim Decker — Lyrics
Jesus Christus, nostra salus,
quod reclamat omnis malus,
nobis in sui memoriam
dedit in panis hostiam.
O quam sanctus panis iste,
tu solus es, Jesu Christe,
panis cibus sacramentum,
quo nunquam majus inventum.
Hoc donum suavitatis
caritasque deitatis,
virtus et eukaristia,
communionis gracia.
Ave deitatis forma,
Dei unitas norma,
in te quisque delectatur,
qui te fide speculatur.
Non est panis, sed es Deus
homo liberator reus,
qui in cruce pependisti
et in carne deficisti.
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About Jesus Christus, unser Heiland
This hymn, Jesus Christus, unser Heiland, offers profound reflections on the Eucharist. The text speaks of Jesus Christ as our salvation, a sacrifice given in the form of bread for our remembrance. It extols the sanctity of this sacramental bread, recognizing Jesus Christ himself as its source and ultimate substance. The lyrics explore the sweetness of this divine gift, the charity of God, and the grace of communion. The composer Joachim Decker sets this sacred text for SATB choir. The music draws from both Latin and German liturgical traditions, reflecting the profound theological significance of the Mass.
