Matins
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmætɪnz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Matins is a noun meaning Together with lauds, the earliest of the canonical hours; traditionally prayed at sunrise or earlier.
Meaning
Together with lauds, the earliest of the canonical hours; traditionally prayed at sunrise or earlier.
More Meanings
- Morning prayers.
- plural of matin
Example Sentences
The monk must arise when the matins ring, / The abbot may sleep to their chime; / But the yeoman must start when the bugles sing / ’Tis time, my hearts, ’tis time.
This chant was sung in many cathedrals both at First Vespers and at Matins for Christmas Day. In Notre Dame and many other churches, however, it was only performed at First Vespers.
Word Forms
- mattins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include prime, morning, predawn, foredawn, beforenoon, introit.
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