A somber, reflective melody in a minor key, with lingering, melancholic chords.
Reflects Paul's grief and wish for the salvation of his fellow Israelites (Romans 9:2-3).
Features dissonance and complex harmonies, symbolizing conflict and struggle with understanding God's justice.
Echoes the wrestling with questions of fairness and God's sovereignty (Romans 9:14-21).
Shifts to a major key with a lyrical, hopeful melody, conveying the theme of divine mercy.
Captures the sovereignty and grace of God in showing mercy (Romans 9:18).
Combines elements of the previous movements into a resonant climax, embodying reverence and awe.
Inspired by Paul's acknowledgment of God's inscrutable judgments (Romans 11:33-36).