"He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.And he shall be as the light of the morning, when the sun riseth,even a morning without clouds;as the tender grass springing out of the earth by clear shining after rain.Alleluia. Amen." Musical Style
"The Last Words of David" is a renowned choral anthem composed by (1899–1984) in 1949 . It is widely considered one of the most significant works in the American choral tradition, second in popularity only to Thompson's own Alleluia . Origin and Context The Last Words Of David Randall Thompson
Written for SATB chorus with orchestral or piano accompaniment. "He that ruleth over men must be just,
The anthem emphasizes the character and rewards of a just ruler who governs with "fear of God". The lyrics of the anthem are as follows: Origin and Context Written for SATB chorus with