The sequence Veni, Sancte Spiritus-"Come, Holy Spirit" —is a central part of the liturgy for the Solemnity of Pentecost, celebrated fifty days after Easter. Often called the "Golden Sequence," this hymn is a masterpiece of Latin sacred poetry, traditionally attributed to either Archbishop Stephen Langton of Canterbury (13th century) or PopeInnocent III. Chanted just before the Gospel at Mass, the Veni, Sancte Spiritus implores the Holy Spirit to descend with divine grace, illuminating hearts and