kyrie eleison means "Lord have mercy", is a term of Greek origin. Kyrie eleison is also a Christian prayer, and it is present in the Bible, in Psalm 51. The term is widely used in masses sung by the faithful in celebration.
Kyrie eleison was an invocation used at the beginning of mass in alternation with that of "Christe eleison". the greek term Kyrios (Lord) is equivalent in Christian Hellenism to divinity. In the Middle Ages it also became a litanyan prayer.
Kyrie eleison has its origins in the fourth century and was an expression used several times in the liturgies of various religions, not only Catholic, but also in the Anglican, Orthodox and Lutheran churches. The expression had its beginning in the Christian communities of Jerusalem, and also in the fifth century, with the Romans.
The expression Kyrie eleison was replaced shortly after the liturgical reform, where the Church began to use Kyrie eleison's translation - "Lord, have mercy" in the penitential act.
Kyrie Eleison Lyrics
Kyrie eleison is a song by the Shalom Catholic Community.
"Like a lost sheep, wounded by sin
I beg your pardon, O good shepherd.
Kyrie Eleison (x3)
Like the forgiven thief I find paradise by your side
Remember me, sinner for your cross.
Christe Eleison (x3)
Like the fallen sinner, I pour my life at your feet
see the tears of my heart and save me!
Kyrie Eleison (x3)"