O Antiphons

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  • The Magnificat

    My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant....

    December 16

  • O Wisdom

    Day 1 Antiphon O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love: come to teach us the path of knowledge! Traditional...

    December 17

  • O Adonai

    Day 2 Antiphon O Leader of the House of Israel, giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai: come to rescue us with your mighty...

    December 18

  • O Root of Jesse

    Day 3 Antiphon O Root of Jesse’s stem, sign of God’s love for all his people: come to save us without delay! Traditional O Root...

    December 19

  • O Key of David

    Day 4 Antiphon O Key of David, opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom: come and free the prisoners of darkness! Traditional O Key of...

    December 20

  • O Rising Dawn

    Day 5 Antiphon O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the...

    December 21

  • O Desire of Nations

    Day 6 Antiphon O King of all nations and keystone of the Church: come and save man, whom you formed from the dust! Traditional O...

    December 22

  • O Emmanuel

    Day 7 Antiphon O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law: come to save us, Lord our God! Traditional O Emmanuel, our King and Lawgiver,...

    December 23

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This is the home page for the O Antiphons traditionally prayed on the evenings of the week leading up to Christmas (Dec. 17-23). One verse per night is prayed/sung before and after the Magnificat during evening Vespers.

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This site is dedicated in memory of Dr. Scott Wills.