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The phrase 'sic transit' is from the ancient, classical Latin language. Its meaning is the following: Thus it passes over. The word-by-word translation is as follows: 'sic' means 'thus'; and 'transit' means '[It] crosses, goes over, or passes over'.
Perhaps its most famous use is in the phrase 'Sic transit Gloria mundi', which means 'Thus passes the glory of the world', and more loosely 'Worldly things are fleeting'. The phrase was part of the papal coronation ceremonies until Vatican II [1962-1965]. For the pope used to be stopped three times as he processed to the sacristy of St. Peter's Basilica. Each time, he was shown a smoldering piece of cloth, and told, 'Sancte Pater, sic transit Gloria mundi', which means 'Holy Father, so passes worldly glory'. And so he started his papacy with the reminder of the fleeting nature of life and earthly honors.
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When was Sic Transit Vir created?
Sic Transit Vir was created on 1996-04-15.
When was Sic Transit Gloria... Glory Fades created?
Sic Transit Gloria... Glory Fades was created on 2004-02-02.
What actors and actresses appeared in Sic transit - 1992?
The cast of Sic transit - 1992 includes: Mario Fanfani as Marc Franck Sabatier as Denis
What does sic transit Gloria mundi mean in English?
Sic transit Gloria mundi is a Latin phrase that means "Thus passes the glory of the world," but is more commonly interpreted as "Fame is fleeting."
What are the release dates for Babylon 5 - 1994 Sic Transit Vir 3-12?
Babylon 5 - 1994 Sic Transit Vir 3-12 was released on: USA: 15 April 1996
What are the release dates for Man Against Crime - 1949 Sic Transit Gloria 4-25?
Man Against Crime - 1949 Sic Transit Gloria 4-25 was released on: USA: 18 March 1953
How do you say so passes the glory of the mind in latin?
Sic transit gloria mentis.
Who directed brand new's sic transit Gloria music video?
Marc Webb
Origin of phrase sic transit Gloria mundi?
Latin for "Thus passes the glory of the world."
What is the music video where everyone copies the guy that walks into the bar?
Sic Transit Gloria..Glory Fades by Brand New
What does sic mean in text talk?
booty
What has the author Tamar Keinan written?
Tamar Keinan has written: 'Mobilty [sic] among Arab women in Israel' -- subject(s): Transportation, Local transit accessibility, Palestinian Arab Women, Arab Women, Local transit
