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The Sanctus: A Moment of Encounter and Holiness

Explore the origins and significance of the Sanctus, an invocation inspired by Isaiah's vision, and its connection to peak moments of encounter with the divine. Reflect on the power of worship and connection with God's heavenly hosts. Discover the relevance of the Sanctus in our liturgical moments and its significance in recognizing Christ's presence.

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The Sanctus: A Moment of Encounter and Holiness

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  1. Origins • It is loosely related to the Trisagion, another invocation sometimes referred to in the West as the Tersanctus • Latin: Thrice Holy

  2. Isaiah’s vision Isaiah 6:3

  3. Isaiah 6 • The first part of the Sanctus is adapted from Isaiah 6:3, which describes the prophet Isaiah's vision of the throne of God surrounded by six-winged, ministering seraphim. • A similar representation found in Revelation 4:8 appears to be the basis of the Trisagion, with which the Sanctus should not be confused.

  4. Mysterium Tremendum • Kadosh Kadosh Kadosh Adonai Tz'vaotMelo Kol Haaretz Kevodo

  5. Peak moments of encounter • The prophets vision represents a peak moment of encounter • Many people speak of these • Mountain top experiences • Recounted by prophets and saints • We are drawn into the eucharistic action • United with the angels who stand in God’s presence • They do not address God directly • They sing about him

  6. Hosts • Refers to the angelic hosts of heaven • A range of ministering celestial beings • Our song is united to theirs • Hebrew – sabaoth… points to God’s power over these invisible powers

  7. Blessed is he • Matthew 21 • Jesus rides on a donkey into Jerusalem • He is recognised as the coming King • The people shouted out their praise for hope of salvation • We connect this with the liturgical moment where Christ becomes present to us • In the form of bread and wine

  8. Reflection • Why is the Holy, holy best sung? • What helps you to connect into the holiness of God? • How will you feel now praying Lord God of hosts?

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