"Ave Crux Alba" () is the anthem of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. The anthem was composed in 1930 by Alfredo Consorti.
Lyrics Latin originalIPA transcription (Ecclesiastical pronunciation)IPA transcription (Classical pronunciation)
Italian translationEnglish translationHail, thou White Cross, the highest sign of piety, Hail, thou White Cross, our only source of health and hope, Inflame the hearts of the faithful with abundant graces, abundant graces. With your ardent charity, all things shall be overcome, With your ardent charity, all things shall be overcome.
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External links Ave Crux Alba at nationalanthems.info, with lyrics and recording An instrumental rendition performed by the Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by Peter Breiner - Youtube