Ave Verum
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Lyrics


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Ave ave verum corpus natum de Maria Virgine
Vere passum, immolatum in cruce pro homine

Cuius latus perforatum unda fluxit et sangüine
Esto nobis praegustatum mortis in examine




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ave Verum by Mozart are a beautiful hymn that praises the body of Jesus Christ that was born from the Virgin Mary. The lyrics describe how Jesus Christ suffered and was sacrificed on the cross for humanity. Through his sacrifice, his body was pierced, and water and blood flowed from his side. The hymn expresses the desire for the body of Christ to be tasted in the hour of death's judgment. This means that the lyrics emphasize how the body of Christ is the ultimate guide and protector in life after death.


Line by Line Meaning

Ave ave verum corpus natum de Maria Virgine
Hail, hail true body born of the Virgin Mary


Vere passum, immolatum in cruce pro homine
Truly suffered, sacrificed on the cross for mankind


Cuius latus perforatum unda fluxit et sangüine
Whose pierced side flowed with water and blood


Esto nobis praegustatum mortis in examine
May You be a foretaste for us in the trial of death




Writer(s): WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART, MULLER

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