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Ave sanctum, ave purum
Staff Notation • Sacred, Sacred songs
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ave sanctum, ave purum by Louis Lambillotte — Lyrics
1. Ave sanctum, ave purum,
Ave Cor piíssimum;
O suáve Cor Maríae,
Mihi sis refúgium.
O María, Mater pia,
Virgo clementísima,
Supplex oro et implóro:
Veni, veni ádvola!
2. O Cor potens, o Cor clemens,
Matris indulgéntiae;
O Cor almum, Cor augústum,
Vírginis cleméntiae.
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About Ave sanctum, ave purum
Louis Lambillotte's short unison setting of the Latin text Ave sanctum, ave purum is a devotional piece suitable for a Marian feast or for general occasions of prayer. The composer's gentle melody unfolds the plea to the Virgin Mary, imploring her Heart as a refuge. The text praises Mary's pure, sweet, and merciful Heart, calling her a star and sun, brighter than the heavens. The prayer culminates in a desire to die in faith, hope, and love, so as to enjoy eternal life in heaven. The flowing Latin text is simple yet profound, making this a direct and affecting meditation on Mary's maternal grace.
