DIVINUM OFFICIUM Antiphon

Antiphona 3

Epiphany - Lauds

About This Prayer

Proper text for the Epiphany of the Lord (January 6), celebrating Christ's manifestation to the Gentiles through the Magi. This Class I feast commemorates three mysteries: the adoration of the Magi, Christ's Baptism, and the wedding at Cana. The Office texts emphasize the universal scope of salvation and the light of faith revealed to all nations.

Prayer Text

LATINE
Apertis thesauris suis, obtulerunt Magi Domino aurum, thus et myrrham, alleluia.
ENGLISH
The Wise Men having opened their treasures, offered unto the Lord gold, frankincense, and myrrh, alleluia.

Liturgical Notes

NOTA
FONS
Breviarium Romanum (1962)
USUS
Epiphany - Lauds
HORA
Lauds
GENVS
Antiphon