A chorale cantata based on Joachim Neander's hymn, featuring a symmetrical structure with the chorale melody woven into every movement. The work showcases Bach's mastery of counterpoint and instrumentation, including trumpets, oboes, and strings. Its final chorale was later reused in his Christmas Oratorio.
Composed for the 12th Sunday after Trinity, this chorale cantata celebrates divine majesty through Joachim Neander's hymn. Bach masterfully integrates the melody in every movement: sung by soprano in the outer sections, alto in the second, and played by trumpet in the fourth. The symmetrical structure features festive instrumentation with trumpets, timpani, and strings, culminating in a four-part chorale with three independent trumpet lines.
