Music and the funeral rite Flashcards
What are the mot common forms of music in churches?
.Hymns
.Psalms have become basis for hymns
.A hymn is a type of religious song, written for worship or prayer
.Usually written for certain occasions like Christmas and Easter
.Some address certain saint or figures, like Mary
When in the service is there hymns and what do they usually do?
.Most masses include hymns at the start and end
.Also hymn at offertory and during communion
.Hymns also reflect the readings in the service
What parts of the mass itself are sung? And in what language?
.Kyrie (Lord have mercy) .Glroia (Glory be to God on high) .Credo (I believe in one God) .Sanctus (Holy, Holy, Holy) .Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) Latin is the language of the Catholic Church, but nowadays these responses are usually said in English
What is the requiem mass?
The Requiem mass is a modified version of the ordinary mass, it is said at funerals
What is Faure’s requiem for and how does it achieve this?
.Faure’s music is used to covey Catholic beliefs about eternal life in his music
.His requiem shows you could be sad but also hopeful for their after life
.It’s not expressing a fear of death, but instead hope
.Harps, violins and angelic voices help achieve this
.Gives faith comfort and hope, a sense of calmness and peace
Explain why Catholics pray at funerals?
At Catholic funerals the mourners pray for the person who has died, entrusting them to the love of God. They believe that God listens to their prayers and will be merciful towards the departed person.
Whats a funeral a celebration of>
It’s a celebration of life, they look back over the dead’s life and thank god for the good times they enjoyed.
What type of mass is the Catholic funeral rite?
.Usually takes place as part of a form of liturgical worship known as Requiem Mass. Requiem means ‘rest’ in Latin and it reflects the fact that Catholic are praying that the person who has died is now at peace with God.
Why is the coffin sprinkled with holy water?
.The coffin is sprinkled with holy water as a reminder of the dead person’s baptism and the promise of sharing in Jesus’ resurrection
What is the meaning of the gospels and crucifix on the coffin?
.The coffin is usually placed near the altar with the gospels and a crucifix on it. The gospels signify the person’s life being dedicated to the teachings of Jesus and the crucifix reminds believers that in baptism the deceased received the sign of the cross and will share in Jesus victory over death and sin
How is the funeral mass celebrated?
.Mass is celebrated with readings and prayers focused on the Christian hope of eternal life. After the liturgy of the word comes the homily, when the priest explains the meaning of the readings.
Normally includes a tribute to the person who has died, the priest will focus on the belief that those who trust in God and Jesus will go on to eternal life
How does a funeral end?
.Funeral ends with burial or cremation. For cremation the coffin is taken to a crematorium and there is a short service. For a burial the coffin is taken to the church yard or grave and lowered into the grave. Prayers are said and relatives/friends throw handfuls of earth onto the grave, showing that they are sharing in laying their loved ones to rest.
What might happen after the funeral?
.The funeral is usually followed with a reception at the family’s home or another location where food and drink are served
