magnificat
Speech parts
1. magnificat - Noun
2. Magnificat - Proper noun
Meaning
The song of the Virgin Mary, Luke i. 46; -- so called because it commences with this word in the Vulgate.
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Phrases with the word
Examples
After the London Bridge attack in June 2017 the Cathedral closed its doors for security reasons and Doorkins Magnificat was locked out.
Monteverdi, himself a singer, is documented as taking part in performances of his Magnificat with one voice per part.
• An evangelical writer has devoted a to Mary's Magnificat.
A quick reading of Mary’s Magnificat in Luke’s Gospel confirms this cohesive unity.
Mary’s prayerful response recounted on Dec. 22 is her canticle that we call the Magnificat, her joyful praise of God for the unborn babies in their wombs.
Magnificat Meals are held four times a year at Resurrection Church in Pocahontas.