Crux Fidelis - Traditional

Crux fidelis, inter omnes
Arbor una nobilis:
Nulla talem silva profert,
Fronde, flore, germine.
Dulce lignum, dulces clavos,
Dulce pondus sustinet.

Crux Fidelis Lyrics are taken from the hymn Pange Lingua Gloriosi Proelium Certaminis which celebrates the combat and victory of the Savior. The song Crux Fidelis addresses the Cross as the most noble of all trees whose wood and nails bear the sweet weight of the Lord. It is characterized by its recurring refrain that praises the fidelity and beauty of the instrument of salvation. By chanting the Crux Fidelis lyrics the congregation enters into a state of deep gratitude and awe while venerating the physical sign of their redemption. The melody is ancient and meditative helping the soul to linger at the foot of the Cross and absorb the magnitude of the love displayed on Calvary for the sake of all.