Associations to the word «Motet»

Wiktionary

MOTET, noun. A composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem.

Dictionary definition

MOTET, noun. An unaccompanied choral composition with sacred lyrics; intended to be sung as part of a church service; originated in the 13th century.

Wise words

Wisdom does not show itself so much in precept as in life - in firmness of mind and a mastery of appetite. It teaches us to do, as well as talk, and to make our words and actions all of a color.
Lucius Annaeus Seneca