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Christe qui lux es et dies
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Christe qui lux es et dies by Jacob Meiland — Lyrics
1. Christe qui lux es et dies,
Noctis tenebras detegis,
Lucisque lumen crederis,
Lumen beatum praedicans.
2. Precamur Sancte Domine,
Defende nos in hac nocte,
Sit nobis in te requies,
Quietam noctem tribue.
3. Ne gravis somnus irruat,
Nec hostis nos surripiat,
Nec caro illi consentiens,
Nos tibi reos statuat.
4. Oculi somnum capiant,
Cor ad te semper vigilet,
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About Christe qui lux es et dies
This sacred Latin hymn, Christe qui lux es et dies, is suitable for sung prayer at night. The text implores Christ, the light of day and dispeller of darkness, to protect the singers from the perils of the night. It asks that sleep may come, but that the heart remains watchful, and that no enemy or temptation may lead them astray. The choir, singing SATB, would convey the earnest plea for divine defence, finding rest and peace in the Lord, and hoping for His ever-present protection. The final verse offers praise to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a fitting conclusion to a hymn for peace and protection.
