I just listened to the most beautiful rendition of “Ave Maria” I have ever heard so please check it out if you have a chance.
“Ave Maria” is a testament to the profound connection between music and the human soul. Originally composed by Franz Schubert in 1825, the song quickly transcended its initial purpose to become a universal anthem of devotion.
The Latin text, a prayer to the Virgin Mary, coupled with Schubert’s hauntingly beautiful composition, created a piece that resonates deeply with listeners.
Below are the Latin and English versions:
Latin:
Ave Maria, gratia plena,
Dominus tecum.
Benedicta tu in mulieribus,
et benedictus fructus ventris tui, Iesus.
Sancta Maria, Mater Dei,
ora pro nobis peccatoribus,
nunc et in hora mortis nostrae.
Amen.
English:
Hail Mary, full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
Essays, Art and Plays by Dan 