Tui amoris ignem
Taizé Lyrics
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tui amoris ignem accende.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
veni Sancte Spiritus.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
tui amoris ignem accende.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
tui amoris ignem accende.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
veni Sancte Spiritus.
The Taizé community is known for its contemplative and spiritual music from songs like "Tui amoris ignem." This song means "Come, Holy Spirit, ignite in us the fire of Your love" and is meant to be sung repeatedly as a chant. The lyrics are simple, but the spiritual message is profound. The song is a prayer of invitation to the Holy Spirit of God to come and kindle the fire of love in the hearts of the worshippers.
The use of the word "ignite" is symbolic of the Holy Spirit's work in the lives of believers. The Holy Spirit is often referred to as a fire in the Bible, and this fire burns within believers, inspiring them to love God more fervently and to love others more selflessly. The repetition of the words "Veni Sancte Spiritus" underscores the urgency of the prayer and the desire to experience the Holy Spirit's power in the present moment.
The song's simplicity and repetitive nature make it an ideal song for worship or meditation. The words are easy to remember, allowing the worshippers to focus on the prayer and the meaning behind it. The melody is also simple, allowing the worshippers to easily harmonize and sing together. overall, Tui amoris ignem is a poignant song that reminds us to invite the Holy Spirit's love and power into our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
Come, Holy Spirit,
tui amoris ignem accende.
ignite the fire of your love.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
Come, Holy Spirit,
veni Sancte Spiritus.
come, Holy Spirit.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
Come, Holy Spirit,
tui amoris ignem accende.
ignite the fire of your love.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
Come, Holy Spirit,
veni Sancte Spiritus.
come, Holy Spirit.
Contributed by Levi I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@christianitas9814
ven Espíritu de Dios
tui amoris ignem accende.
y de tu amor enciende la llama.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
ven Espíritu de Dios
veni Sancte Spiritus.
ven Espíritu de Dios
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
ven Espíritu de Dios
tui amoris ignem accende.
y de tu amor enciende la llama.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
ven Espíritu de Dios
veni Sancte Spiritus.
ven Espíritu de Dios
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
ven Espíritu de Dios
tui amoris ignem accende.
y de tu amor enciende la llama.
Veni Sancte Spiritus,
ven Espíritu de Dios
veni Sancte Spiritus.
ven Espíritu de Dios
@markcolasuonno2415
Lord save this world and it’s people . Have mercy upon us , for we have sinned against our maker . Please excuse our ignorance. Fill us your spirit . Amen .
@iwogajda5253
"He who refuses to pass through the door of My mercy must pass through the door of My justice!!!" (from the Diary of Saint Faustina Kowalska;1146)
@gustavoamaya7777
Dios mio
@thewhale5416
Señor y Dios mío. That's it!!! Good Bless You🎇.
@LydiaBanton
Taize is my new addiction much healthier than ones of the past!!!
@beatrizaristizabal8387
Music for the soul, appropriate for Lent time. It takes me back to my school years in a Catholic school, when the Catholic church used to sing all rites in Latin. The voices of the nuns in the chorus were angelical. They made you feel like in Heaven
@michaajdukiewicz5925
Boże mój, jakież to piękne!
@enriquecarmonabarrena5085
TAIZE, gracias por orar por la unión de los cristianos.
@Domino65100
Veni Sancte Spiritus, tui amoris ignem accende. Come, Holy Spirit, and kindle the flame of your love. Viens, Esprit Saint, allume en moi le feu de ton amour.
@barbaradziudziel5500
Uwielbiam kanony Taize!!! <3<3<3 mialam nawet szczeście nocować raz w Taize i rano byliśmy w namiocie na porannej modlitwie, której przewodniczył sam Brat Roger! Ehhh! Wspomnienia! :, )