Cornelius Liebe, dir ergeb' ich mich,
op. 18 Nr.1, für zwei Chöre a capp.,
aus "Liebe", Chorliederzyklus nach Texten von J.Scheffler
Love, who formed me in your likeness,
image of your Godhead here,
Love, who showed such care and kindness,
when I wander'd brought me near.
Love, I give myself
to be one with you eternaly.
Love, who deemed my life was precious,
long before I came to be,.
Love, divine, but human with us,
came to earth to set us free.
Love, I give myself ...
Love, who once in time did suffer,
pierced, derided, crucified.
Love, whose sacrifice does offer joy
eternal at your side.
Love, I give myself ...
Love, your yoke is light upon me,
liberating sens and mind.
Love, whose presence now surrounds me,
grants me freedom unconfined.
Love, I give myself ...
Love, I know your resurrection,
promises defeat of death,
Love, I'm saved through your perfection
filled with praise that has no end.
Love, I give myself ...
