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This cantata was first performed on the 18th of June, 1724. It's based on the chorale "Ach Gott, vom Himmel sieh darein", a text by Martin Luther. The piece is a part of Bach's second annual cycle of cantatas.
Bach’s compositions are known for their intellectual depth, technical command, and artistic beauty, admired for their heroic vitality and joyous spirit.