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Nunc dimittis (nŭngk dĭmĭt`ĭs) [Lat.,=now you are dismissing], the opening words of Simeon's song of praise on the occasion of the presentation of the infant Jesus in the Temple. After seeing Jesus, Simeon joyfully proclaims that he has seen God's salvation. The hymn is used traditionally in evening liturgical services. Nunc Dimittis 1. the Latin name for the Canticle of Simeon (Luke 2:29--32) 2. a musical setting of this How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Nunc dimittis (Treble Chorus, a cappella), by Jackson Berkey. The host of available settings of the songs of the Daily Office, such as the Magnificat and the Nunc dimittis, are testimony to the power of these texts. [But] congregations fizzle out on [his] "Let the Vineyards" and other pieces [and his] Nunc Dimittis is hardly ever used because it again strains congregations with difficulty. |
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