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Catholic Latin Phrases Flashcards
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Adeste Fideles: Translates to "O Come, All Ye Faithful," a hymn often sung during Christmas celebrations.
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Agnus Dei: Means "The Lamb of God," a title referring to Jesus Christ, emphasizing His role as the sacrificial lamb.
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A.M.D.G., Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam: An abbreviation that stands for "For the greater glory of God," widely used by Jesuits.
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Angelus Domini: Refers to a traditional morning prayer known as "Angel of the Lord."
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Corpus Christi: Translates to "Body of Christ," celebrated in the Catholic Church as a feast honoring the Eucharist.
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Deo Optimo Maximo: Means "For God, the Best and Greatest," the motto of the Benedictine order.
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Deo Volente: Translates to "God willing," expressing hope for future events to occur as desired.
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Dies Irae: Meaning "Day of wrath," refers to the judgment day in Christian eschatology.
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Dominus Vobiscum: Translates to "The Lord be with you," a liturgical greeting exchanged between the clergy and congregation.
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Ecce homo: Meaning "Behold the man!" refers to a phrase associated with Pontius Pilate presenting Jesus to the crowd.
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Ex cathedra: Translates to "From the chair," indicating a teaching or declaration made with papal authority.
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F.S.C., Fratres Scholarum Christianarum: Stands for "Brothers of the Christian Schools," referring to the educational order founded by St. John Baptist de La Salle.
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Gloria in excelsis: Means "Glory in the highest," often the opening line of the "Gloria" hymn in the Mass.
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In hoc signo vinces: Translates to "In this sign you will conquer," reportedly spoken to Emperor Constantine at the Battle of Milvian Bridge.
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I.N.R.I., Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum: Stands for "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews," the inscription placed on the cross during the crucifixion.
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Pater Noster: Refers to "Our Father," the opening phrase of the Lord's Prayer, commonly used as its title.
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Pax Vobiscum/Tecum: Translates to "Peace be with you," a greeting of peace within Christian liturgy.
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Salve, Regina: Means "Hail Holy Queen," a traditional Marian prayer expressing devotion to the Virgin Mary.
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Sic transit gloria mundi: Translates to "Thus passes the glory of the world," a reminder of the transient nature of earthly achievements.
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Tantum ergo sacramentum: Refers to "So great therefore this sacrament," a hymn composed by St. Thomas Aquinas celebrating the Eucharist.
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Indivisa Manent: Means "They remain undivided," the family motto of St. John Baptist de La Salle, reflecting unity and perseverance.
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Signum Fidei: Translates to "Sign of Faith," emphasizing the importance of faith in the Christian tradition.
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