It is with pleasure that I share with you The King’s Deliverance, a musical composition inspired by the 1771 AR Medal crafted by Johann Leonhard Oexlein. This piece sets to music the lyrics written to commemorate the remarkable escape of King Stanisław August Poniatowski from an attempted abduction by the Bar Confederation, a group of Polish nobles opposed to Russian influence in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
The medal, with its powerful inscriptions from the Psalms and intricate artistic details, captures the moment when “divine providence” intervened to protect the king. It symbolizes not only his deliverance but also the mercy he showed towards those who conspired against him. This event, which unfolded on the night of November 3, 1771, had far-reaching consequences, ultimately strengthening the king’s position. The hymn highlights the themes of justice and divine protection.
For those interested in a more detailed exploration of the medal and the history of the incident, I refer you back to an earlier post where I provide a fuller explanation of these significant historical elements.
The King’s Deliverance seeks to encapsulate these historical themes through music and lyrics, offering a tribute to this significant moment in Polish history. You are invited to watch the video and reflect on the enduring legacy of King Stanisław August’s resilience and mercy.
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