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The Royal Banners Forward Go

work by Fortunatus
Also known as: “Vexilla regis”
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"The Royal Banners Forward Go" is a hymn written by Venantius Fortunatus, a 6th-century poet and bishop. This work, along with others like "Pange Lingua," is significant for bridging classical Latin poetry with a medieval tone. Fortunatus's hymns are celebrated for their noble religious expression and have been translated into English. The term "hymn" generally refers to a song of praise used in worship, with Christian hymnody tracing its roots to ancient practices.12

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