Introit: meaning, definitions and examples
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introit
[ หษชntrษษชt ]
musical term
An introit is a musical introduction to a church service, often consisting of a chant or hymn sung as the clergy enter. This piece is typically derived from a psalm and serves to set the tone for the worship to follow.
Synonyms
entrance chant, opening hymn.
Examples of usage
- The introit filled the church with a serene ambiance.
- The choir prepared a beautiful introit for the Christmas service.
- Every Sunday begins with an introit to welcome the congregation.
Translations
Translations of the word "introit" in other languages:
๐ต๐น introit
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคเฅเคฐเฅเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Introit
๐ฎ๐ฉ introit
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฝััะพัั
๐ต๐ฑ introit
๐ฏ๐ต ใคใณใใญใคใ
๐ซ๐ท introรฏt
๐ช๐ธ introito
๐น๐ท introit
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธํธ๋ก์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅูุชุฑููุช
๐จ๐ฟ introรฏt
๐ธ๐ฐ introรฏt
๐จ๐ณ ๅ ฅๅบๆฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ introรฏt
๐ฎ๐ธ introรญt
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะธะฝััะพะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแ แแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ introรฏt
๐ฒ๐ฝ introit
Etymology
The term 'introit' originates from the Latin word 'introรฏtus', which means 'entrance'. Historically, this practice can be traced back to early Christian liturgies where a chant was sung at the beginning of Mass. The custom of using an introit during religious services has evolved over centuries, particularly in the Roman Catholic Church, where it has been used to signify the start of the liturgy and to create a solemn atmosphere. Over time, different musical styles and arrangements have developed, resulting in a rich variety of introits across various Christian denominations. Today, the introit remains an important part of worship in many churches, serving not only as a musical introduction but also as a means of inviting the community into a sacred space.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #39,718, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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