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A solis ortus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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A solis ortus by Anonymous — Lyrics
A solis ortus cardine
Ad usque terrae limitem
Christum canamus Principem,
Natum Maria Virgine.
Beatus auctor saeculi
Servile corpus induit,
Ut carne carnem liberans
Non perderet quod condidit.
Clausae1 parentis viscera
Caelestis intrat gratia;
Venter puellae baiulat
Secreta quae non noverat.
Domus pudici pectoris
Templum repente fit Dei;
Intacta nesciens virum
Verbo concepit Filium.2
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About A solis ortus
This ancient Latin hymn is a celebrated Christmas text, tracing the Incarnation from the Annunciation through the Nativity. Set here for SATB choir, A solis ortus cardine meditates on the divine and human aspects of Christ’s birth. The music would be well-suited for a Christmas service or concert, offering a profound reflection on the theological significance of the season. Its sacred nature and hymnal form make it a powerful addition to a choir’s repertoire.
