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Come, Holy Ghost, our souls inspire
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Come, Holy Ghost, our souls inspire by Antonio de Cabezón — Lyrics
Veni, Creator Spiritus,
mentes tuorum visita,
imple superna gratia,
quae tu creasti pectora.
Qui diceris Paraclitus,
donum Dei altissimi,
fons vivus, ignis, caritas,
et spiritalis unctio.
Tu septiformis munere,
dextrae Dei tu digitus,
tu rite promissum Patris,
sermone ditans guttura.
Accende lumen sensibus,
infunde amorem cordibus,
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About Come, Holy Ghost, our souls inspire
This anthem opens with a direct invocation of the Holy Spirit. The SATB setting, sung in both Latin and English, captures the fervent plea for divine inspiration and guidance. The music builds in intensity, mirroring the text's petitions for light, love, and strength, as well as protection from evil. As the piece progresses, it moves from supplication to adoration, concluding with a glorious affirmation of the Trinity. The work is a powerful example of sacred polyphony, suitable for moments of deep reflection and communal prayer within a service.
