Pange, lingua, gloriosi Corporis mysterium Sanguinisque pretiosi, Quem in mundi pretium Fructus ventris generosi Rex effudit gentium.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A Latin hymn text praises the mystery of Christ's body and blood given for humanity.
- In plain terms
- Sing about the holy body and blood given for the world.
- What can you take from it?
- Hymns praise the sacrifice of Christ.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stories do hymns tell?
- How is sacrifice commemorated?
Another view
Requires familiarity with Latin and Christian tradition.
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