Deus tuorum militum II
Staff Notation • Sacred, Office hymns
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Deus tuorum militum II by Anonymous — Lyrics
About Deus tuorum militum II
This anonymous Latin hymn is a prayer to God, celebrating the martyrs' steadfastness and heavenly reward. The text calls on God to absolve the singers from sin, asking that through the martyr's triumph, the faithful might share in their eternal joy and glory. The hymn's structure follows a plea for divine mercy and intercession, culminating in a doxology. Set for three-part voices (soprano, alto, tenor), Deus tuorum militum II belongs to the tradition of Office hymns, intended for liturgical use within the church. Its solemn text and sacred genre make it suitable for services honouring the martyrs.