The band currently consists of guitarist and composer John Prassas, vocalist Lori Lewis, and bassist Chriss Quinn
Introit II
Aesma Daeva Lyrics
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Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
Te decet hymnus, Deus, in Sion,
Et tibi reddetur votum in Jerusalem:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
(...)
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
...a luceat eis...
[Lyrics from the Catholic Requiem Mass]
The lyrics of Aesma Daeva's song "Introit II" are a Latin translation of the Catholic Requiem Mass. It is a prayer for eternal rest and peace for the souls of the departed. The opening lines "Aeternam dona eis, Domine" translates to "give them eternal rest, O Lord." The repetition of the line "Et lux perpetua luceat eis" means "and let perpetual light shine upon them." The second stanza acknowledges and praises God, saying "Te decet hymnus, Deus, in Sion" which translates to "A hymn befits Thee, O God, in Zion." The final repetition of "Et lux perpetua luceat eis" reminds listeners once again to grant perpetual light to the departed.
The overall tone of the song is somber and meditative, reflecting the solemn nature of the Requiem Mass. The use of Latin adds to the sense of spirituality and reverence. The lyrics inspire a feeling of hope and faith that the souls of the departed will find eternal peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Aeternam dona eis, Domine:
Grant them eternal rest, Lord:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
And let perpetual light shine upon them,
Te decet hymnus, Deus, in Sion,
A hymn, O God, becometh Thee in Sion,
Et tibi reddetur votum in Jerusalem:
And a vow shall be paid to Thee in Jerusalem:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
And let perpetual light shine upon them,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
And let perpetual light shine upon them.
...a luceat eis...
...that they may shine in the light.
Contributed by Leah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@84raskoljnikov
Aeternam dona eis, Domine:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
Te decet hymnus, Deus, in Sion,
Et tibi reddetur votum in Jerusalem:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
O hear my prayer...
O hear my prayer...
All flesh shall come to thee Requiem:
Et lux perpetua luceat eis,
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
...a luceat eis...