Christus factus est
Sympathy Lyrics


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Christus factus est pro nobis
Obediens usque ad mortem
Mortem autem crucis
Propter quod et Deus
Exaltavit illum
Et dedit illi nomen
Quod est super omne nomen
Christ became obedient for us unto death
Even the death of the cross
Wherefore God also hath exalted Him




And hath given him a name
Which is above every name

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sympathy's song Christus Factus Est are a homage to the sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity. The translation of the lyrics reads, "Christ became obedient for us unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath exalted Him and hath given him a name which is above every name." The lyrics are deeply meaningful because they capture the essence of the Christian faith.


The phrase "Christ became obedient for us unto death" is significant because it shows that Jesus was willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for humanity. He was obedient to God's will and willingly gave his life on the cross. This act of obedience is a symbol of love and selflessness. The fact that God exalted Jesus and gave him a name above all others shows that this sacrifice was not in vain. Jesus is revered and worshipped because of his sacrifice and what it represents.


Overall, the lyrics to Christus Factus Est are powerful and moving. They capture the essence of the Christian faith and remind us of the sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity. It's a reminder that we should strive to live a life that is pleasing to God, just as Jesus did.


Line by Line Meaning

Christus factus est pro nobis
Christ became obedient for us unto death


Obediens usque ad mortem
Even the death of the cross


Mortem autem crucis
Wherefore God also hath exalted Him


Propter quod et Deus
And hath given him a name


Exaltavit illum
Which is above every name




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Comments from YouTube:

@giovanskj9322

Bellezza infinita in questo brano, ottima esecuzione!

@DCLayclerk

Beautifully sung, and I love the tempo. It’s often sung way too fast (for my taste, anyway). This tempo really allows the texture to unfold gradually, as it should. Excellent tuning, too. Well done!!

@solpaul5686

The harmonies in this are exquisite, take me back to my chorister days

@JeanClaudeWelche

C'est tellement beau !!

@Windmill97

Very helpful!

@bobmitchell922

caput enim esse ad me accipit chorista - vita ago?

@AndreaScalia81

Felice Anerio | Christus factus est [á 4]
Composer: Felice Anerio (1560-1614)
Performers: Platinum Consort
Album: In the Dark
Label: Resonus Classics, 2012 (catalogue no. RES10110)
Performers: platinumconsort.com
Conductor: Scott Inglis-Kidger

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