Angelus ad Virginem - Traditional

Angelus ad virginem
Subintrans in conclave,
Virginis formidinem
Demulcens, inquit, 'Ave!
Ave, regina virginum,
Caeli terraceque Dominum
Concipies, et paries intacta
Salutem hominum; tu porta caeli facta,
Medela criminum.'

'Quomodo conciperem,
Quae virum non cognovi?
Qualiter infringerem
Quae firma mente vovi?'
'Spiritus Sancti gratia
Perficiet haec omnia.
Ne timeas, sed gaudeas, intacta,
Quod habes, Domini casta monstrant viscera,
Dei potentia.'

Ad haec virgo nobilis
Respondens inquit ei:
'Ancilla sum humilis
Omnipotentis Dei.
Tibi, caelesti nuntio,
Tanti secreti conscio,
Consentiens, et cupiens videre
Factum quod audio,
Parata sum parere
Dei consilio.'

Angelus disparuit
Et statim puellaris
Uterus intumuit
Vi partus salutaris.
Qui, circumdatus utero,
Novem mensium numero,
Hinc exiit, et intiit certamen,
Affigens humero
Crucem, dedit prostrare
Mortis aculeum.

Angelus ad Virginem lyrics were famously mentioned in Chaucers Canterbury Tales and represent one of the most popular paraliturgical songs of the Middle Ages. The song Angelus ad Virginem captures the dialogue between the angel and Mary emphasizing her humble submission to the divine will. It features a dancing syncopated rhythm that sets it apart from more somber plainchant. By singing the Angelus ad Virginem lyrics the faithful reflect on the moment the Word became flesh and the pivotal role of Marys fiat in the history of salvation. This carol serves as a bridge between the seasons of Advent and Christmas focusing on the mystery of the Incarnation.