Pie Jesu
Sarah Brightman & Paul Miles-Kingston Lyrics
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Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Dona eis requiem
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Dona eis requiem
Sempiternam
Sempiternam
Requiem sempiternam
The lyrics to Sarah Brightman's "Pie Jesu" are an emotional plea for peace, forgiveness, and eternal rest. The repetition of "pie Jesu" emphasizes the singer's desire for mercy from Jesus. "Qui tollis peccata mundi" translates to "who takes away the sins of the world" and is a reference to Jesus as the savior. The following line, "Dona eis requiem," means "grant them rest," and is a plea for eternal peace and rest for the deceased.
The Agnus Dei section of the song is similar, with pleas for mercy and rest. The word "Agnus" means "lamb," and the Agnus Dei is a reference to Jesus as the lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. The final line of the song, "Requiem sempiternam," means "eternal rest," emphasizing the singer's desire for eternal peace for the deceased.
Overall, "Pie Jesu" is a heartfelt prayer for peace and eternal rest for the deceased. The repetition of certain phrases emphasizes the singer's plea for mercy and forgiveness, while the references to Jesus as the savior and lamb of God emphasize the singer's faith in his ability to provide eternal rest.
Line by Line Meaning
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Repeated plea to the holy and merciful Jesus, asking for His help and mercy
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Acknowledgment of Jesus' ability to take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Repeated plea to the holy and merciful Jesus, asking for His help and mercy
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Acknowledgment of Jesus' ability to take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei
Repetition of the phrase 'lamb of God', referring to Jesus as the sacrificial lamb who took away the sins of the world
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Acknowledgment of Jesus' ability to take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Dona eis requiem
Request for eternal rest and peace for those who have passed away
Sempiternam
Reference to the eternal nature of God's love and grace
Sempiternam
Reference to the eternal nature of God's love and grace
Requiem sempiternam
Request for eternal rest and peace, highlighting the infinite and never-ending nature of God's love and grace
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ANDREW LLOYD-WEBBER
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@nicseven7h77
I come here after Malakai's golden buzzer . Never knew this song was so holy it penetrate my soul. Thank you Jesus for the mercy for us 🙏🕊️
@nancylubasi7366
Me too
@YhateT8
I second word
@ms.jean-paul9159
Ditto...
@perriredd615
I’m here after Malakai too😊😇
@kellimac
I looked this up because of Malaki's performance as well. It makes me cry everytime I hear it but I cant stop listening. I imagine this is the "muzak" of Heaven.
@LuckySlavia
After watching the Pie Jesu golden buzzer of this year @BGT I had to come to watch this! Who's with me watching in 2023?💪
@chonkcat8654
Me !!!!
@frvalentinenzekah
@@chonkcat8654 that is exactly what has brought me here
@Ravenelvenlady
I certainly am. I remember it well when it was first released. It's an absolutely exquisite performance and setting of this sacred text. It still brings tears to my eyes. I also remember first hearing it to the soundtrack from where the images of this video come: a film called Hope & Glory.