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Gaude sponsa cara Dei
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Gaude sponsa cara Dei by Claudio Merulo — Lyrics
Angelorum principatum
Et sanctorum decoratum
Dignitate numerum.
Gaude sponsa cara dei
Nam ut clara lux diei
Solis datur lumine
Sic tu facis orbem vere
Tue pacis resplendere
Lucis plenitudine.
Gaude splendens vas virtutum
Cuius pendens est ad nutum
Tota celi curia.
Te benignam, et felicem Jesu
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dignam genitricem
Veneratur in gloria.
Gaude nexu voluntatis
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About Gaude sponsa cara Dei
This radiant motet by Claudio Merulo is suitable for feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The text, in Latin, describes Mary as the beloved spouse of God, a vessel of virtues, and the mother of the suffering. It highlights her unique position, receiving veneration from the entire heavenly court and being joined to the divine through love. The music is written for SAATBB voices, offering rich polyphonic possibilities. The words express joy and praise for Mary's dignity, her role as intercessor, and the heavenly rewards promised to those who honor her. It speaks of her eternal joy and her connection to the Father of the ages, promising her devotees a fitting reward and a heavenly seat in glory.
