Cantate Sunday

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Incipit of the Gregorian chant introit for the fourth Sunday after Easter, from which it gets the name Cantate Sunday. CantateDominoIntroit.jpg
Incipit of the Gregorian chant introit for the fourth Sunday after Easter, from which it gets the name Cantate Sunday.

Cantate Sunday is the fifth Sunday in Eastertide, being the fourth Sunday after Easter Sunday in the Roman Catholic liturgical calendar and the Lutheran liturgical calendar. [2] [3]

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Hymn type of song specifically written for the purpose of adoration or prayer

A hymn is a type of song, usually religious, specifically written for the purpose of adoration or prayer, and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent figure or personification. The word hymn derives from Greek ὕμνος (hymnos), which means "a song of praise". A writer of hymns is known as a hymnodist. The singing or composition of hymns is called hymnody. Collections of hymns are known as hymnals or hymn books. Hymns may or may not include instrumental accompaniment.

Liturgical music music genre

Liturgical music originated as a part of religious ceremony, and includes a number of traditions, both ancient and modern. Liturgical music is well known as a part of Catholic Mass, the Anglican Holy Communion service and Evensong, the Lutheran Divine Service, the Orthodox liturgy and other Christian services including the Divine Office. Such ceremonial music in the Judeo-Christian tradition can be traced back to both the Temple in Jerusalem and synagogue worship of the Hebrews.

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References

  1. From the Liber Usualis .
  2. Wikisource-logo.svg Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Cantate Sunday"  . Catholic Encyclopedia . New York: Robert Appleton Company.
  3. "Fifth Sunday of Easter". Saint Augustine's House Lutheran Monastery. 14 May 2017. Retrieved 2 May 2019. Fifth Sunday of Easter – “Cantate Sunday” – Sing to the Lord a new song, alleluia; for the Lord has accomplished wondrous deeds, alleluia; he has revealed his justice in the sight of the Gentiles, alleluia, alleluia. Ps. His right hand and his holy arm have given him victory. ~Introit
  4. PD-icon.svg Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Paschal Tide". Catholic Encyclopedia . New York: Robert Appleton Company.
Preceded by
Misericordia Sunday
4th Sunday of Easter
Sundays of the Roman Catholic liturgical calendar
Cantate Sunday
5th Sunday of Easter
Succeeded by
Sixth Sunday of Easter