Ave Verum Corpus - Traditional

Ave verum corpus,
Natum de Maria Virgine,
Vere passum, immolatum
In cruce pro homine,
Cuius latus perforatum
Unda fluxit et sanguine,
Esto nobis praegustatum
In mortis examine.
O Iesu dulcis, O Iesu pie,
O Iesu, fili Mariae.
Miserere mei. Amen.

Ave Verum Corpus Lyrics date back to the 14th century and are traditionally attributed to Pope Innocent VI focusing on the reality of the Incarnation and Sacrifice. The song Ave Verum Corpus greets the true body of Christ which was truly suffered and sacrificed on the cross for mankind. It is often used during the Elevation of the Host or as a motet during Communion. By reciting the Ave Verum Corpus lyrics the believer petitions for mercy at the hour of death. The hymn gained immense popularity through the famous setting by Mozart which captures the gentle and sacred nature of the text providing a profound sense of peace and adoration for the mystery of the Eucharist.