The Canticle of the Sun

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:musical_composition
gptkb:poet
gptkbp:author gptkb:Saint_Francis_of_Assisi
gptkbp:based_on the poem by Saint Francis of Assisi
gptkbp:celebrates creation
gptkbp:composed_of gptkb:Olivier_Messiaen
gptkbp:contains elements of nature
personification of elements
gptkbp:dedicated_to gptkb:Brother_Sun
gptkb:Saint_Francis_of_Assisi
Mother Earth
Brother Wind
Sister Moon
Sister Water
gptkbp:duration approximately 30 minutes
gptkbp:emphasizes praise for God
gptkbp:genre gptkb:music_festival
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Canticle of the Sun
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:philosopher
Franciscan spirituality
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:choir
gptkb:artwork
music compositions
gptkbp:is a religious text
a call for peace
a prayer
often referenced in environmental discussions
considered a masterpiece of medieval literature
a text that has been adapted into various languages and cultures
a text that has been set to music by various composers
a celebration of brotherhood
a lyrical poem
a part of the Franciscan tradition
a reflection of Saint Francis's love for nature
a source of inspiration for ecological movements
a symbol of harmony with nature
a text that emphasizes simplicity
a text that encourages gratitude
a text that has influenced many writers and poets.
a text that promotes respect for all creation
a text that reflects humility
a text used in interfaith dialogues
often recited in religious services
a text that highlights the interconnectedness of life
gptkbp:is_recognized_by one of the first works of Italian literature
gptkbp:language gptkb:Italian
gptkb:Latin
gptkbp:notable_for its use of birdsong
gptkbp:performed_by gptkb:orchestra
liturgical settings
gptkbp:premiered_on October 4, 1980
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:The_Prayer_of_Saint_Francis
gptkbp:theme nature
gptkbp:translated_into gptkb:French
gptkb:Spanish
English
gptkbp:written_in 1225
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Saint_Francis_of_Assisi
gptkb:Sofia_Gubaidulina
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4