Dies Irae - Gregorian Chant (with lyrics and translation)

One of the most famous melodies of the Gregorian Chant, Dies Irae was traditionally ascribed to Thomas of Celano (d 1260), but now is usually attributed to an unknown Franciscan of that period. The piece is based upon Zep 1:14-16, a reflection upon the final judgment. It was formerly part of the Mass of the Dead and the Office of the Dead. Today it is found in the Liturgia Horarum for the last week of Ordinary time (34th).

In placing it there, the emphasis is upon the upcoming Advent season and the Second Coming of Christ. Many have complained about the depressing nature of the opening verses, but while the piece is certainly sobering, there is a note of hope as well later on in the hymn.

Judgment, which is eternal, is indeed a fearsome prospect for us sinners, but, as Christians, we also realize we have Christ as our Savior.

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[adamyouker]

For those who don't know, this is a Sequence from a Roman Catholic Requiem Mass which is still sung even today at funerals in Traditional Catholic churches.

[solowali]

I'm muslim and pretty devout and I'll say this music sends chills down my spine and makes me thing of god. Much love to all my Christian brothers and sisters.

[cloudtaker]

I just realized that the Catholic Church is the sole reason why we still have Latin

[folletyearsago]

This painting is so intriguing.
The medieval era was so mysterious

[MrLaddieboy]

We sang this at funeral masses when I was in grade school using The Laudate Hymnal- pre-Vatican II. I am 77 .

[weichiang]

I can't stop tearing up even a little when I hear this. It's so calmingly peaceful. One day we all will be with God again.

[alessandrovrabie]

I am agnostic, I don't follow nor believe any religion. But I love Gregorian chants ❤

[danksmeme]

One of the most influential musical pieces in terms of practical application.

Dies Irae is recognized internationally as a melody associated with death and the loss of life.

Because of its relation to death, it's been used in _many_ mediums from music to television to film.

Some examples include Star Wars, Squid Game, Citizen Kane, The Lion King, and many, _many_ more.

How interesting is it that a gregorian chant brought about in the 12th century could be so well remembered and immortalized in a modern setting.

It exists as a warming reminder to assure the living and dead that the day of judgement shall come.

It exists as a musical cue repeatedly used time and time again as a means of portraying death through sound rather than sight.

It's wonderful.

[Lunr.Lbr]

I, unfortunately, am preparing for the departure of one of my clients…
We prayed for her son, dearly departed. It was the first time I had genuinely prayed in years….

She has told me the garments she would like to be dressed in if I am to find her deceased… I have them put away together… I assure her, I will conduct loving, empathetic post mortem care if I am blessed enough to be the first person present when that day comes, and shall kneel beside her and pray. When I told her this, she had wept and thanked me. She then told me that I must be present at her service. She does not want me to be absent. It is a final wish of hers to me.

I have been raised with Roman Catholic on one side, and Russian Orthodox on the other. However, I am not devout. I do not pray. Though, with the upmost compassion in my heart, I shall kneel beside and pray for her.

This is the prayer I am teaching myself in its original language, that being Latin, so that wherever she goes when the time comes, a prayer in her honor may be heard by one who knew her briefly but held sincere kindness and care for her in their heart.

[_sh]

Having been the most lazy and untalented disciple, i still feed on my latin, that i learned, making this consumption of the clip a deeper, and yes, emotional experience. Thank you!

[manfredcaranci]

In the late 50s and early 60s, before Vatican II would inflict its changes on the Catholic Church, I was an altar boy who frequently served at funeral Masses, in which the officiating priests wore black - not violet, certainly not white! - vestments. Our organist up in the choir loft - she had a beautiful voice, God love her! - would chant this all by herself. If you read the English words to the Tridentine funeral Mass, the emphasis is on JUDGEMENT, forcing us as survivors and mourners today to be mindful of our own day of reckoning. Now 60 years later I'm hearing again for the first time since the end of the TLM. Thank you so much for posting this.

[CalixtoGarciaIniguez]

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner 🙏

[dhayabris]

this is haunting, enigmatic, scary yet beautifully arranged ❤️

[tangraism]

It reminds me of Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy where it starts off with Inferno...passing onto Purgatorio and finally salvation in Paradisio with Beatrice awaiting Dante peacefully.

[capefox]

One day the TLM - the true Mass - will again be celebrated in every Catholic church in the world. "In the end, my Immaculate Heart will triumph"', Our Lady promised. I hope it will happen in my lifetime.

[richardhowardth]

God. He loves this chant as well. And He's happy that his children find love, peace & protection in this chant

[ratso-rizzo]

Thomas of Celano was my father. I remember watching him composing this music. Wonderful ! Thanks daddy !

[schecidnavarrete]

I’m really glad I’m catholic because of this. I love music and especially Gregorian chants. This is so cool.

[salvadormartinezvelarde]

I love how this chant became an inspiration for movies today.

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