In Paradisum — English translation

Libera · latin → English

What "In Paradisum" means

This sacred choral work is a traditional liturgical text sung to comfort the soul at the end of life, focusing on the peaceful journey into paradise accompanied by angels and martyrs. The overall mood is ethereal, solemn, and deeply spiritual, driven by soaring vocal harmonies that evoke a sense of heavenly grace and eternal rest.

In Paradisum deducant te angeli

May the angels lead you into paradise

In tuo adventu suscipiant te martyres

At your coming may the martyrs receive you

Et perducant te in civitatem sanctam

And lead you into the holy city

Et perducant te in civitatem sanctam

And lead you into the holy city

Quick answers

What does "In Paradisum" by Libera mean?

This sacred choral work is a traditional liturgical text sung to comfort the soul at the end of life, focusing on the peaceful journey into paradise accompanied by angels and martyrs. The overall mood is ethereal, solemn, and deeply spiritual, driven by soaring vocal harmonies that evoke a sense of heavenly grace and eternal rest.

What language is "In Paradisum" sung in?

In Paradisum by Libera is sung in Latin.

Is there an English translation of "In Paradisum"?

Yes. Kemi has a line-by-line English translation of "In Paradisum" by Libera. The first lines are free to read on this page, and a free account unlocks the full translation.