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Contrito, humilhado
Staff Notation • Sacred, Sacred songs
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Contrito, humilhado — Lyrics
Contrito, humilhado,
Chega, pecador,
[Contempla, chorando,
Teu morto Senhor!] bis
Mais duros que os cravos,
E o lenho da cruz,
[São nossos pecados.
Perdão, bom Jesus.] bis
Confessa teus crimes,
Que são numerosos,
[Mortais e horrorosos,
Confessa os com dor.] bis
Ai, como consinto,
Tão maus pensamentos,
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About Contrito, humilhado
This traditional Portuguese sacred song is for unison voices. The text is a prayer of contrition and repentance for sin, acknowledging the gravity of one's actions and begging for forgiveness from Jesus. The lyrics vividly describe the sinner's sorrow and shame, contrasting their failings with the sacrifice of the Lord on the cross. It urges the listener to confess their numerous and grievous sins, and to reflect on their thoughts, words, and desecration of holy days. The song culminates in a plea for the humble to seek pardon from the Lord, having had enough of a sinful life.
