The Book of Common Praise ‎#845

845. O glorious King of Martyr hosts

Text Information

• First Line: O glorious King of Martyr hosts
• Latin Title: Rex gloriose Martyrum
• Translator: R. F. Littledale
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1939
• Topic: Ancient Office Hymn: Martyrs
• Source: Latin, 6th cent.
• Notes: The melody here given is sung at Evensong: at Mattins melody No. 24 is sung. During Christmastide (M. & E.) melody No. 11 is sung, and during Eastertide (M. & E.), No. 21. Modern Tune, REX GLORIOSE, Additional Tunes, No. 45.

Tune Information

• Name: [O glorious King of Martyr hosts]
• Key: c minor
• Source: Mode VIII