Eu te adoro, Hóstia divina
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Eu te adoro, Hóstia divina — Lyrics
About Eu te adoro, Hóstia divina
This devotional hymn expresses profound adoration for the divine Host, praising its sweetness and strength. The text speaks of the Host as a treasure for angels and a source of solace and power for humanity, offering comfort in life and protection in death. Its profound spiritual sentiment portrays the Host as a friend on Earth and a pledge of heaven, ultimately recognizing it as the eternal, immense Lord of all.
Composed in Portuguese, this sacred motet is set for unison voices, making it accessible and focused on the clarity of its message. It originates from Magnificat, a collection of liturgical songs published in 1956, reflecting its role within a tradition of Catholic sacred music.