A legacy of praise and admiration
The Franciscan community is preparing to commemorate a remarkable event: the 800th anniversary of the creation of the Sol Sol’s Song, a masterpiece of Saint Francis that moves its devotion to God through a deep appreciation of nature. This chant is presented as an exaltation of creatures, highlighting the beauty of the world around us.
The inspiration behind the song
One of the key documents that offer us a vision of the life of Saint Francis is the mirror of perfection. In a significant section, he is narrated as, two years before his death, Francesc was in Sant Damià, suffering a serious eye disease that prevented him from seeing the light. At this moment of weakness, he felt the need to compose a new praise, not only for his own consolation, but also for the spiritual edition of others.
The beauty of the sun and its symbolism
Francis considered the sun to be the most beautiful creature, a divine representation that reflects the light of God. The sacred writing names him as the ‘Sun of Justice’, and for this reason, the song was named so, celebrating the connection between the creator and his creation.
The fascination with nature
The writings of Celano’s first life reveal the joy that Saint Francis felt when contemplating the flowers. Its beauty, the elegant forms and the fragrances made him reflect on the greatness of creation. In times of contemplation, Francis not only admired the flowers, but also invited them to praise God, as if they had the ability to reason.
An interdependence with creation
The Sol Brother’s Song reminds us to interconnect between humans and natural elements. St. Francis acknowledged that each part of the creation, from the sun to the water, shares a common destination with us. His deep vision teaches us that we are all part of the same life tissue.
A message of peace and fraternity
In short, the Sol Brother’s Song is more than a simple literary work; It is a tribute to the greatness of God and the inherent kindness of nature. Its essence invites us to live in harmony, promoting a message of universal peace and fraternity among all living things.
