Have Mercy on Me, O Lord — Gregorian Chant | Psalm 51

Описание: This Gregorian chant is based on the ancient penitential prayer:

“Miserere mei, Domine, secundum misericordiam tuam.”
“Have mercy on me, O Lord, according to your mercy.”
— Psalm 51:1 (Psalm 50 in the Latin Vulgate)

Psalm 51 has been central to Christian penitential prayer for centuries, especially in monastic life and during the season of Lent. Its words express humility, repentance, and complete reliance on God’s mercy rather than one’s own merits.

This chant is presented in Gregorian Mode I (Dorian), a mode traditionally associated with gravity, firmness, and moral seriousness. The slow, free rhythm and single melodic line reflect the authentic Gregorian practice preserved in the Liber Usualis, where chant served as prayer rather than performance.

Gregorian chant invites the listener into honest self-examination and quiet trust. Through repetition and restraint, the words are allowed to settle deeply, becoming a form of contemplative prayer.

This recording is especially suited for:

Penitential prayer and reflection

Lenten listening

Quiet meditation

Extended, uninterrupted contemplation

🕯 May this ancient prayer of mercy lead the heart toward humility, repentance, and peace.