The Kyrie—“Kyrie eleison, Christe eleison, Kyrie eleison,” or “Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy”—is one of the most ancient and heartfelt prayers of the Church. Though only a few words long, it carries the weight of our human condition: a deep yearning for mercy, healing, and closeness to God. When we pray or sing the Kyrie, we ask for forgiveness and acknowledge God’s boundless compassion. It’s a humble cry from the heart, not of despair, but of hope and trust in God's goo

The Kyrie Eleison

Kyrie Eleison: Meaning & History of a Timeless Christian Phrase