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Ego sum panis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Eucharistic songs
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6 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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Ego sum panis by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Ego sum panis vitae.
Patres vestri manducaverunt manna in deserto, et mortui sunt.
Hic est panis de coelo descendens: si quis ex ipso manducaverit, non morietur.
Ego sum panis vivus, qui de cælo descendi.
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About Ego sum panis
Palestrina's five-part setting of Ego sum panis is a cornerstone of sacred Renaissance polyphony. The composer's masterful command of counterpoint unfolds in flowing melodic lines and resonant harmonic progressions, creating an atmosphere of profound devotion. The SATB choir is employed with exquisite clarity, each voice contributing to the rich texture. The Latin text, drawn from the Gospel of John, speaks of Christ as the Bread of Life, who descended from heaven to grant eternal life to those who partake of him. Palestrina's music beautifully conveys the spiritual significance of these words, offering a contemplative and uplifting experience for singers and listeners alike.
