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Sequentia Rex tremendae
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Lyrics


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CHORUS
Rex tremende majestatis,
Qui salvandos salvas gratis
Salva me, fons pietatis.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the chorus in Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Requiem, specifically the section called "Rex tremendae," delve into the concept of a fearful and majestic king. In these lines, the singer acknowledges the awe-inspiring presence of a king of tremendous majesty. The phrase "Rex tremendae majestatis" translates to "King of tremendous majesty" or "King of awesome majesty." It emphasizes the power and authority held by this figure.


The next line, "Qui salvandos salvas gratis," means "who grants salvation freely to those to be saved." Here, the singer acknowledges the king's ability to save people without any cost or requirement. It symbolizes an element of divine grace or compassion, suggesting that this king has the power to redeem and offer salvation to those in need.


The final line, "Salva me, fons pietatis," translates to "Save me, source of mercy." In this plea, the singer directly addresses the king, asking for personal salvation and recognizing the king as the source of mercy. It illustrates the individual's need for deliverance and their reliance on the king's compassionate nature.


Overall, these lyrics in "Rex tremendae" from Mozart's Requiem depict a king of immense power and majesty, capable of granting salvation freely. They emphasize the significance of divine grace and acknowledge the personal plea for deliverance from the source of mercy.


Line by Line Meaning

Rex tremende majestatis,
Oh, awe-inspiring King of majesty,


Qui salvandos salvas gratis
Who saves freely those who are to be saved


Salva me, fons pietatis.
Save me, O source of compassion.




Lyrics © Histoire et Chansons, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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@battlehard8939

Rex tremendæ maiestatis
qui salvandos salvas gratis,
salva me, fons pietatis!

Rei de tremenda majestade
que ao salvares, salvas gratuitamente,
salva-me, fonte de piedade!

King of tremendous majesty
who when saving, freely save,
save me, source of piety!



All comments from YouTube:

@LaidbackLost

I simply cannot believe Mozart composed this while he was dogfighting Eurasian Flankers in a F-22.
What an absolute musical prodigy

@sfs2040

I was looking for the AC4 comment. Thank you, sir.

@davlor86

this my favourite requiem part

@hibamaksoud7475

same!

@aqil12347

Same too!

@polyminutes8788

For a 11 year old comment

Same

@flashedarden1060

This is ground control to Major Tom!

@sabahghiasvand

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@syluxv2398

Makes me want to destroy a giant missile launch facility taken over by young Erusean officers...

@yahboisquishy5561

Took me far too long to find an ace combat reference. So glad they took from Mozart to write music such an impactful scene

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