Te Deum
Also known as: Te Deum
Place places/churches Basic Updated: 2026-03-06
Show in diary 3 mentions Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-01-23
Definition
Ancient Latin Christian hymn of praise, traditionally sung at special celebrations and thanksgivings.Diary References
1874
- January 23: Sung at Russian Orthodox church in Nice to celebrate the marriage of Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna to Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh.
Context
- "Te Deum laudamus" (We praise thee, O God)
- Used for royal occasions, military victories, celebrations
- Part of both Catholic and Orthodox traditions
- Shows Russian community maintaining religious observances abroad