Songs
Nunc Dimittis — Canticle of Simeon — Lyrics and Chords
The Nunc Dimittis — Simeon's canticle at seeing the Child Jesus — communion song for the Presentation of the Lord. Chords in A as documented at Músicas para Missa.
Lyrics
1. Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace, according to your word, for my eyes have seen your salvation which you have prepared in sight of all nations. 2. You have prepared this salvation that shines for all peoples; a light to enlighten the nations and give glory to your people Israel. Glory to the Father, glory to the Child who came and comes; glory to God who keeps us always. Amen!
Chords
Key: AIntro: a em7 a | g a g a
A Em7 A
Now, Lord, you let your servant go
in peace, according to your word,
for my eyes have seen your salvation
prepared for all nations.
A Em7 A
You have prepared this salvation
that shines for all peoples;
a light to enlighten the nations
and glory to Israel.
Glory to the Father, glory to the Child,
who came and comes;
glory to God
who keeps us always. Amen!
When to pray
Sing at Night Prayer (Compline), on the Presentation of the Lord (February 2), or as a communion song. For stanzas 3 and 4, see the source at Músicas para Missa.