DIVINUM OFFICIUM Antiphon

Antiphona 5

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
Stella ista sicut flamma coruscat, et Regem regum Deum demonstrat: Magi eam viderunt, et magno Regi munera obtulerunt.
ENGLISH
This star shineth as a flame of fire, and pointeth out God, the King of kings: the Wise Men beheld it, and offered gifts unto the great King.

Liturgical Notes

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