Ave Maria
The Cranberries Lyrics


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Ave Maria
Gratia plena
Maria
Gratia plena
Maria
Gratia plena
Ave, Ave Dominus
Dominus Tecum
Benedicta tu imulieribus
Et benedictus
Benedictus fructus




Ventristui, Jesus
Ave Maria

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Cranberries' song Ave Maria are a Latin prayer that specifically addresses the Virgin Mary. The repeated phrase "Gratia plena" means "full of grace," and is a direct reference to the Catholic belief that Mary was without sin. The song then goes on to call Mary "blessed among women" and to venerate the coming of Jesus, her son. The final line, "Ave Maria," is a Latin greeting that means "Hail Mary" and is often used in prayer.


The choice of Latin for these lyrics adds to their sense of reverence and antiquity, evoking centuries of Catholic tradition. The repeated use of "Gratia plena" also emphasizes the importance of Mary in Catholicism, as she is seen as a key figure in the redemption of humanity through her role as the mother of Jesus. The use of the phrase "Ave, Ave Dominus" also highlights the centrality of Jesus in the prayer.


Line by Line Meaning

Ave Maria
Hail Mary, a salutation to the Virgin Mary


Gratia plena
Full of grace


Maria
Mary, the mother of Jesus


Ave, Ave Dominus
Hail, hail Lord


Dominus Tecum
The Lord is with you


Benedicta tu imulieribus
Blessed among women


Et benedictus
And blessed


Benedictus fructus
Blessed is the fruit


Ventristui, Jesus
Of your womb, Jesus


Ave Maria
Hail Mary, a salutation to the Virgin Mary




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