Panis Angelicus
C. Franck Lyrics
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Dat panis coelicus figuris terminum
O res mirabilis! Manducat Dominum
Pauper, pauper, servus et humilis
Pauper, pauper, servus et humilis
The lyrics to C. Franck's song "Panis Angelicus" are a beautiful tribute to the holy sacrament of communion. The song begins by stating that the "bread of angels" is the bread of mankind, emphasizing the importance of the sacrament to all humans. The "heavenly bread" is consumed by those who believe in the Lord, and this is a "wonderful thing." The final lines of the song repeat the words "poor, poor, servant, and humble," emphasizing the importance of humility and faith in the consumption of the bread of angels.
Overall, C. Franck's "Panis Angelicus" is a deeply moving and spiritual song that speaks to the importance of communion in the Christian faith. It reminds listeners of the wonder and power of the sacrament, and encourages humility and faith in all who partake in it.
Line by Line Meaning
Panis Angelicus fit panis hominum
The bread of angels becomes the bread of humans
Dat panis coelicus figuris terminum
The heavenly bread provides an end to all symbols
O res mirabilis! Manducat Dominum
Oh marvelous thing! We eat the Lord
Pauper, pauper, servus et humilis
Poor, poor, servant and humble
Pauper, pauper, servus et humilis
Poor, poor, servant and humble
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