Magnificat
Taizé Lyrics
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Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
The lyrics to Taizé's song Magnificat are a direct reference to the biblical passage in Luke 1:46-55, where Mary praises God for the miracle of her immaculate conception. The word "Magnificat" itself is Latin for "magnify," which is exactly what the lyrics do in this song - magnify the greatness of God. The repetition of "Magnificat anima mea" emphasizes not only Mary's personal gratitude towards God but also serves as a call for the listener to recognize and praise the greatness of God as well.
The simplicity and repetition of the lyrics create a meditative and contemplative mood, echoing the calming and reflective nature of Taizé's music as a whole. Moreover, the song has become a staple in many Christian worship services, particularly in the Catholic Church, as a way to pay tribute to the Holy Mother's humility, faith, and obedience. By singing these lyrics, one can reflect on the wonder of God and the miracle of creation, humbling themselves before the divine.
Line by Line Meaning
Magnificat, Magnificat,
I praise, I praise,
Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
my soul praises the Lord.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
I praise, I praise,
Magnificat anima mea.
my soul praises Him.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
I praise, I praise,
Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
my soul praises the Lord.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
I praise, I praise,
Magnificat anima mea.
my soul praises Him.
Contributed by Reagan E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@AlejandroMartinez-mp5jt
Glorifica mi alma al Señor y mi espíritu se llena de gozo,
al contemplar la bondad de Dios mi Salvador.
Porque ha puesto la mirada en la humilde sierva suya y ved aquí el motivo porque me tendrán por dichosa y feliz todas las generaciones.
Pues ha hecho en mi favor, cosas grandes y maravillosas, él que es Todopoderoso y su nombre infinitamente santo, cuya misericordia se extiende de generación en generación, a todos cuantos le temen.
Extendió el brazo de su poder, y disipo el orgullo de los soberbios, trastornando sus designios.
Desposeyó a los poderosos y elevó a los humildes.
A los necesitados los llenó de bienes y a los ricos los dejó sin cosa alguna.
Exaltó a Israel su siervo, acordándose de él por su gran misericordia y bondad.
Así como lo había prometido a nuestro padre Abraham y a toda su descendencia por los siglos de los siglos.
Amén
@anjaoostenveld
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea Dominum.
Magnificat, Magnificat,
Magnificat anima mea
My, My,
My soul magnifies the Lord.
My, My,
My soul magnifies.
My, My,
My soul magnifies the Lord.
My, My,
My soul magnifies
@rustycuanico294
The Magnificat
The Magnificat is also known as the Canticle of Mary. It is one of the eight most ancient Catholic chants and perhaps the earliest Marian hymn. Its name is the opening word of the Vulgate text (Lk 1: 46:55): Magnificat anima mea, Dominum (My soul doth magnify the Lord). These are the words chanted by Our Lady on the occasion of her Visitation to her cousin St. Elizabeth.
After the Virgin Mary greeted St. Elizabeth, who was carrying the future St. John the Baptist, the child moved in St. Elizabeth's womb. When St. Elizabeth praised the Immaculate Virgin for her faith, Our Lady said the words of what is now known as the Magnificat in response. It is a prayer of praise for the inestimable favor bestowed by God on the Virgin, for the mercies shown to Israel, and for the fulfillment of the promises made to Abraham and to the Patriarchs.
The hymn forms a part of the Daily Office in the Roman Catholic Vespers service. The Magnificat is assigned to Vespers because the world was saved in its eventide by the assent of Mary to the Divine plan of Redemption.
Magníficat ánima mea Dóminum.
Et exultávit spíritus meus: in Deo salutári meo.
Quia respéxit humilitátem ancíllae suae:
Ecce enim ex hoc beátam me dicent omnes generatiónes.
Quia fécit mihi mágna qui pótens est: et sánctum nómen eius.
Et misericórdia eius in progénies et progénies timéntibus eum.
Fécit poténtiam in bráchio suo: dispérsit supérbos mente cordis sui.
Depósuit poténtes de sede: et exaltávit húmiles.
Esuriéntes implévit bonis: et dívites dimísit inánes.
Suscépit Ísrael púerum suum: recordátus misericórdiae suae.
Sicut locútus est ad patres nostros: Ábraham, et sémini eius in saecula.
Glória Patri, et Fílio, et Spirítui Sancto,
Sicut erat in princípio, et nunc, et semper, et in sæcula sæculórum. Amen.
My soul doth magnify the Lord.
And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.
Because He hath regarded the humility of His slave:
For behold from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.
Because He that is mighty hath done great things to me; and holy is His name.
And His mercy is from generation unto generations, to them that fear Him.
He hath shewed might in His arm: He hath scattered the proud in the conceit of their heart.
He hath put down the mighty from their seat, and hath exalted the humble.
He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away.
He hath received Israel His servant, being mindful of His mercy:
As He spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and to his seed for ever.
Glory be the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit,
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, forever and ever, Amen.
@dutheiledzouma-guelet6881
Je suis emportée par la présence de la vierge Marie en écoutant ce cantique. Trop d'émotions!! Merci sainte vierge.🙏🙏🙏🙏
@dutheiledzouma-guelet6881
Oh Marie!!! Quelle joie de te connaître maman 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@victorsitanimezi9650
I love this song so much! My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my saviour!
@Ivanfilosofia
Si davvero non vi sono parole per descrivere l’indescrivibile
@katerinasejckova7380
its so beautiful....my son brought this song home from his waldorf school, 5th grade...they have been playing it on flutes and now we are playing it and sing it at home, too...:)
@kincsoszoke-borbiro3537
Hi there fellow sister ☺️ My daugther also brought home this song from our waldorf school, it’s absolutely georgeous ❤
@eduardocaceresc.2444
Estimados y estimadas: Sepan que la experiencia de Taizé me marcó profundamente en mi vida. Conocí esta vivencia en mis estudios en España... luego visité el pueblo de Taizé... estuve con el Hno Roger... conocí grandes personas... Al volver a Chile puse en práctica esta oración.... Mi primer libro de liturgia tiene muchas páginas dedicadas a Taizé... Ahora ... ya después de largos años, sigo haciendo clases de liturgia y por las noches escucho y rezo con las hermosas melodías de Taizé que me evocan tanta historia... Sólo compartir con ustedes esta experiencia de alguien que aún vibra con Taizé... Saludos fraternos desde Chile....
@_Don_Rumata_
Христос воскрес, Брат!!!!
@eduardocaceresc.2444
Mantengo y reafirmo lo señalado hace un par de años.... Taize emociona...
@AlejandroMartinez-mp5jt
Magnificat anima mea Dominum. 🙏🏻