The Nunc Dimittis

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Christian_liturgy
gptkbp:developed_by Luke 2:29-32
gptkbp:emphasizes a theme of salvation
gptkbp:established faith in God's promises
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Nunc Dimittis
gptkbp:included Daily Office
gptkbp:is_a_prayer_of thanksgiving
gptkbp:is_a_source_of comfort for believers
gptkbp:is_a_text_that calls for peace
has been translated into many languages
has inspired many hymns
is often memorized by children
has been included in hymnals
has been set to music by composers like Bach
is often included in ecumenical prayer services
is often included in prayer books
is often recited in hospitals and care homes
is often used in Advent and Christmas services
is used in personal devotions
is used in various denominations
reflects on the coming of Christ
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:Simeon
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with the end of life
gptkbp:is_often_set_to_music_by various composers
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:liturgical_celebrations
Compline
clergy and laity
monastic communities
the Christmas season
Advent services
retreats and reflections
acknowledges God's mercy
celebrates the revelation of Christ
invites reflection on life and death
is often recited at the end of the day
is used for comfort in mourning
reflects the hope of salvation
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Eastern_Orthodox_liturgy
gptkb:Liturgy_of_the_Hours
gptkb:Roman_Rite
gptkb:Book_of_Common_Prayer
gptkb:Anglican_Evening_Prayer
gptkb:Catholic_Evening_Prayer
Lutheran liturgy
Evening Prayer
Benedictine liturgy
Anglican Communion's liturgical tradition
gptkbp:is_recited_after the Lord's Prayer
gptkbp:is_traditionally_sung during Vespers
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:Anglican_Communion
gptkb:Christian_liturgy
gptkbp:known_as gptkb:Song_of_Simeon
gptkbp:often_includes funeral services
ecumenical services
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Arvo_Pärt
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5