kyrie eleison Meaning, Definition & Usage

Kyr"i*e e*lei"son

Etymology

Gr. ky`rie 'elei^son .

Definitions

1. (R. C. Ch.) Greek words, meaning "Lord, have mercy upon us," used in the Mass, the breviary offices, the litany of the saints, etc. Addis & Arnold.
2. The name given to the response to the Commandments, in the service of the Church of England and of the Protestant Episcopal Church.