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Caro mea vere est cibus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Eucharistic songs, Motets
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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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Caro mea vere est cibus by Andrea Gabrieli — Lyrics
Caro mea vere est cibus: et sanguis meus vere est potus.
Qui manducat meam carnem et bibit meum sanguinem in me manet, et ego in eo [illo].
Sicut me misit vivens Pater et ego vivo propter patrem et qui manducat me et ipse
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About Caro mea vere est cibus
Andrea Gabrieli's motet Caro mea vere est cibus draws on rich Eucharistic texts from the Gospel of John. Setting the Latin words of this profound meditation, Gabrieli crafts a powerful setting for SATB choir. The text explores the spiritual nourishment found in communion, likening the Eucharist to heavenly bread that grants eternal life. Gabrieli's mastery of Renaissance polyphony is evident as the voices weave together, imbuing the sacred words with deep devotion and theological weight. This motet offers a moving reflection on faith and divine sustenance, perfect for liturgical settings or concerts exploring sacred vocal repertoire.
