Agnus Dei - Traditional

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis.
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis.
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: dona nobis pacem.

Agnus Dei Lyrics are recited or sung during the breaking of the bread in the Mass identifying Jesus as the sacrificial Lamb who takes away the sins of the world. The song Agnus Dei is a prayer of deep humility and trust mirroring the words of John the Baptist. It repeats the plea for mercy twice before concluding with a final request for peace. By focusing on the Agnus Dei lyrics the faithful prepare their hearts for Holy Communion seeking the spiritual healing and tranquility that only Christ can provide. This litany has inspired some of the most beautiful and moving musical settings in history emphasizing the redemptive love of the Savior.