For the last decade, she has been involved in a deeply personal exploration of sound healing and vocal toning, during which period she discovered and began playing quartz crystal singing bowls, instruments that are often used in contemplative practices to support healing, balance and well-being.
“For me, singing is a life path, a spiritual journey that has led to the very core of my being,” says Ashana. “Music can transport us, lift us to the place where we gently let go and open completely to receive and remember the divine heart that lives within each one of us, that truly lives in all beings. I have seen, felt and been utterly transformed by the power of sound and music to heal; it is a gift to us from the Source of Love – it is total, pure Grace.”
Ave Maria
Ashana Lyrics
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Benedícta tu in muliéribus, et benedíctus fructus ventris tui, Jesus.
Sancta María, Mater Dei, ora pro nobis peccatóribus,
Nunc et in hora mortis nostræ. Amen.
The lyrics of "Ave Maria" in Latin, as sung by Ashana, are a prayer to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, asking for her intercession. The title itself, "Ave Maria," translates to "Hail Mary" in English and comes from the opening words of the prayer. The first line, "Ave María, grátia plena, dóminus tecum," means "Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you." This line acknowledges Mary's highly esteemed position in Catholicism as the most favored among women and the mother of Christ.
The second line, "Benedícta tu in muliéribus, et benedíctus fructus ventris tui, Jesus," means "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus." This continues the adoration of Mary and her role in giving birth to the son of God.
The final two lines ask for Mary's intercession: "Sancta María, Mater Dei, ora pro nobis peccatóribus, Nunc et in hora mortis nostrae. Amen." This means "Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now, and in the hour of our death," seeking Mary's protection and guidance throughout life, especially at the time of death.
Overall, Ashana's rendition of "Ave Maria" is a deeply reverent prayer to the Virgin Mary, reflecting the Catholic belief in her intercessory power and role as the mother of Jesus.
Line by Line Meaning
Ave María, grátia plena, dóminus tecum.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you.
Benedícta tu in muliéribus, et benedíctus fructus ventris tui, Jesus.
Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus.
Sancta María, Mater Dei, ora pro nobis peccatóribus,
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners,
Nunc et in hora mortis nostræ. Amen.
now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Writer(s): Ashana Lobody, Thomas Barquee
Contributed by Kennedy V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@taralilarose1
Dearest Ashana! Your God-given voice is truly a great gift to humanity....now more than ever it is needed for healing hearts worldwide. I pray that you are well, happy and full of light sister.
@deborahzahler913
In honor today 9/8 of this Holy Mother - Beloved Mary on this day of remembrance of her Birth. We are All are Blessed in her Sacred Embrace as she holds space for each and every Soul in her Pure Sacred Heart of Total and Complete Love. A most Beautiful And Precious Gift Ashana.
@fredericopontes9594
How beautiful. A tribute to mothers, including our mother earth.
@mariejosehiegel8644
Maman Marie toute ta grace en ce chant!!!!AVE MARIA!Je T'Aime maman!Apporte LA PAIX AU MONDE!
@soulworks1084
Sister Goddess...you are the light of the world. Thank you for living your authentic soul~self and bringing forth such DIVINE love from the Holy Mother
@xtremeideaz
This is the best "Ave Maria" piece for me. I love the song so much. Thank you Ashana!
@silviarojas5674
Ave María, Señora y Madre nuestra, intercede por toda la humanidad ante nuestro Padre Dios celestial ❤
@sharonmarsden7851
Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with You
Blessed are You Among ALL Women
Blessed is the Fruit of Your Womb Jesus
Hail Mary Full of Grace Pray for Us Sinners Now and at the Hour of Our Death AMEN ✝️🙏💖💖💖💖🕊️🐬
@neardeathexperience1111
I bow to the Divine Mother in all her forms ❤️📿🥀✨🌹💫 and to all souls
@elke4646
Yes. Yes. This is Truth.