Mozart's Kyrie Eleison

Kyrie eleison
Lord have mercy
Christe eleison
Christ have mercy
Kyrie eleison
Lord have mercy

The word mercy in English is the translation of the Greek word eleos. This word has the same ultimate root as the old Greek word for oil, or more precisely, olive oil; a substance which was used extensively as a soothing agent for bruises and minor wounds. The oil was poured onto the wound and gently massaged in, thus soothing, comforting and making whole the injured part. The Hebrew word which is also translated as eleos and mercy is hesed, and means steadfast love. The Greek words for Lord,have mercy, are Kyrie, eleison ­ that is to say, Lord, soothe me, comfort me, take away my pain, show me your steadfast love. Thus mercy does not refer so much to justice or acquittal ­ a very Western interpretation ­ but to the infinite loving-kindness of God, and his compassion for his suffering children!

I would've never thought it ever would've been like this. God, please, watch over my family. Please, protect them. Forgive my enemies, for they know not what they do. Please Lord, forgive me for my sins and protect me from evil, for thou art the kingdom the power and the glory, now and forever. In your name we pray. Amen.

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