Key: C minor, Tempo: Largo, Mood: Somber and introspective
Starts with deep bass lines and sparse, dissonant chords that build in dynamics, reflecting God's displeasure and frustration with somber introspection.
Key: G minor, Tempo: Adagio, Mood: Brooding and intense
Expressive and pronounced melodic development with abrupt dynamic changes, mirroring the severity of God's rebuke and the intensity of His dialogue with the people.
Key: E flat minor, Tempo: Moderato, Mood: Cold and dismissive
Features stark harmony and staccato, percussive textures, symbolizing rejection with moments of silence to evoke emptiness.
Key: A flat major, Tempo: Andante, Mood: Hopeful yet cautious
The final section shifts to a lyrical melody in a warmer key, encouraging a sincere return to worship with flowing lines and harmonious chords.