O sacrum convivium

"O sacrum convivium" is a Latin prose text honoring the Blessed Sacrament. It is included as an antiphon to the Magnificat in the vespers of the liturgical office on the feast of Corpus Christi. The text of the office has been attributed to Saint Thomas Aquinas.[1][2]

Its sentiments express the profound affinity of the Eucharistic celebration, described as a banquet, to the Paschal mystery : "O sacred banquet at which Christ is consumed, the memory of his Passion is recalled, our souls are filled with grace, and the pledge of future glory is given to us."[3]

  1. ^ Kocik, Fr. Thomas M. (October 2003). "Liturgical Renewal and Eschatology" (PDF). Homiletic & Pastoral Review: 22–2. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  2. ^ Aquinas, St Thomas; North, Wyatt. The Homilies of St. Thomas Aquinas. Wyatt North Publishing, LLC. pp. 12–13. ISBN 978-1-62278-049-5. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  3. ^ "Englert's O Sacrum Convivium". Retrieved December 13, 2006.