Exploring the Tradition of Tenebrae and Lamentations

Delve into the historical origins and development of the Tenebrae service, focusing on its unique ceremonies and structure. Learn about the symbolic elements like the extinguishing of candles, the chanting of lamentations, and the transition from Matins to Lauds, all portraying a visual drama of Christ's death and burial. Understand the atmospheric manipulation during Tenebrae, where silence, darkness, and sound blend to create a profound experience reflecting on Christ's passion and the Church's sufferings.