Lux Aeterna

Fissinger, Edwin (1920–1990)

Voicing:
Mixed Choir → SATB

Accompaniment:
Unaccompanied

Function/Language(s):
Latin

Occasion:
Proper of Saints → The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day) (November 2)
Masses for the Dead

Publication Information:
Jenson Publications — 411-12034

Lyrics:

Lux aeterna luceat eis, Domine: Cum sanctis tuis in aeternum, quia pius es.  Requiem aeternam dona eis Domine, et lux perpetua luceat eis. Requiescant in pace. Amen.

Translation:
May light eternal shine upon them, O Lord. With thy saints forever, because Thou art merciful. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they Rest In Peace. Amen.

Submitted by: Anthony DiCello Added: Jun 9, 2022 Last updated: Jun 29, 2023