AJEN EDONG ABASI {Agnus Dei In Annang}

When the priest breaks the bread and the altar is prepared for Communion, the choir leads the congregation in the Agnus Dei. "Ajen Edong Abasi" brings this solemn moment to life in the Annang language of Akwa Ibom State. It is a gentle, reverent setting of the Lamb of God, asking for mercy and peace before the people approach the altar.

The melody carries a quiet dignity that fits the fraction rite perfectly. As the sopranos lead the familiar plea to the Lamb who takes away the sins of the world, the harmony parts support them with a warm, grounded texture. The repeated cry of "tua jide mbom" builds a sense of communal prayer, eventually giving way to the final, quiet resolution of "No jide emem" as we ask for peace.

For choirs looking to include more indigenous languages in their Mass settings, this piece offers a highly accessible option. The arrangement by Valharmony keeps the vocal lines natural and flowing, making it easy for the singers to learn and allowing the congregation to truly enter into the prayer.