Is Exultet a Word?

The Exsultet (spelled in pre-1920 editions of the Roman Missal as Exultet) or Easter Proclamation, in Latin Praeconium Paschale, is a lengthy sung proclamation delivered before the paschal candle, ideally by a deacon, during the Easter Vigil in the Roman Rite of Mass.

What does Exultet mean?

: a hymn of praise sung in the Roman Catholic Church at the blessing of the paschal candle on Easter eve.

What is a Catholic Easter Vigil?

Easter Vigil, also called the Paschal Vigil or the Great Vigil of Easter, is a liturgy held in traditional Christian churches as the first official celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus. ... In the Moravian Church, the sunrise service starts before dawn on Easter Sunday.