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"THE LITANY OF ST BENEDICT" - For Protection, Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance | The Litany of St. Benedict is a traditional Catholic prayer that honors the great Father of Western Monasticism and seeks his powerful intercession before God. This litany calls upon St. Benedict using various titles that reflect his extraordinary holiness, his role as founder of the Benedictine Order, and his spiritual authority as a guide for those seeking to live a life dedicated to God.
St. Benedict, who lived in the 6th century, established the monastic rule that would shape religious life throughout the Western Church. Known for his wisdom, miracles, and deep communion with God, he is revered as the patriarch of Western monks and a spiritual father to countless souls who have followed his path of prayer, work, and community life. The litany acknowledges him as "Father most reverend," "Light of contemplation," and "Master of spiritual discipline," recognizing his profound influence on Christian spirituality.
*RELATED PRAYERS:*
* Chaplet of St Benedict — youtu.be/dYrxysCGKMM
* Novena to St Benedict — youtu.be/J-b42YsAAqU
* Prayer to St Benedict for a Happy Death — youtu.be/Z1yaHy1e8Ec
*LITANY OF ST BENEDICT prayer text*
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
Holy Mother of God, pray for us.
Holy Virgin of virgins, pray for us.
Holy Father, St. Benedict, pray for us.
Father most reverend, pray for us.
Father most renowned, pray for us.
Father most compassionate, pray for us.
Man of great fortitude, pray for us.
Man of venerable life, pray for us.
Man of the most holy conversation, pray for us.
True servant of God, pray for us.
Light of devotion, pray for us.
Light of prayer, pray for us.
Light of contemplation, pray for us.
Star of the world, pray for us.
Best master of an austere life, pray for us.
Leader of the holy warfare, pray for us.
Leader and chief of monks, pray for us.
Master of those who die to the world, pray for us.
Protector of those who cry to thee, pray for us.
Wonderful worker of miracles, pray for us.
Revealer of the secrets of the human heart, pray for us.
Master of spiritual discipline, pray for us.
Companion of the patriarchs, pray for us.
Equal of the prophets, pray for us.
Follower of the Apostles, pray for us.
Teacher of martyrs, pray for us.
Father of many pontiffs, pray for us.
Gem of abbots, pray for us.
Glory of confessors, pray for us.
Imitator of anchorites, pray for us.
Associate of virgins, pray for us.
Colleague of all the saints, pray for us.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
have mercy upon us.
V. Intercede for us, O holy father St. Benedict,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
O God, Who has called us from the vanity of the world, and Who dos incite us to the reward of a heavenly vocation under the guidance of St. Benedict, inspire and purify our hearts and pour forth on us Thy grace, whereby we may persevere in Thee. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
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"THE LITANY OF ST BENEDICT" - For Protection, Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance | The Litany of St. Benedict is a traditional Catholic prayer that honors the great Father of Western Monasticism and seeks his powerful intercession before God. This litany calls upon St. Benedict using various titles that reflect his extraordinary holiness, his role as founder of the Benedictine Order, and his spiritual authority as a guide for those seeking to live a life dedicated to God.
St. Benedict, who lived in the 6th century, established the monastic rule that would shape religious life throughout the Western Church. Known for his wisdom, miracles, and deep communion with God, he is revered as the patriarch of Western monks and a spiritual father to countless souls who have followed his path of prayer, work, and community life. The litany acknowledges him as "Father most reverend," "Light of contemplation," and "Master of spiritual discipline," recognizing his profound influence on Christian spirituality.
*RELATED PRAYERS:*
* Chaplet of St Benedict — youtu.be/dYrxysCGKMM
* Novena to St Benedict — youtu.be/J-b42YsAAqU
* Prayer to St Benedict for a Happy Death — youtu.be/Z1yaHy1e8Ec
*LITANY OF ST BENEDICT prayer text*
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
Holy Mother of God, pray for us.
Holy Virgin of virgins, pray for us.
Holy Father, St. Benedict, pray for us.
Father most reverend, pray for us.
Father most renowned, pray for us.
Father most compassionate, pray for us.
Man of great fortitude, pray for us.
Man of venerable life, pray for us.
Man of the most holy conversation, pray for us.
True servant of God, pray for us.
Light of devotion, pray for us.
Light of prayer, pray for us.
Light of contemplation, pray for us.
Star of the world, pray for us.
Best master of an austere life, pray for us.
Leader of the holy warfare, pray for us.
Leader and chief of monks, pray for us.
Master of those who die to the world, pray for us.
Protector of those who cry to thee, pray for us.
Wonderful worker of miracles, pray for us.
Revealer of the secrets of the human heart, pray for us.
Master of spiritual discipline, pray for us.
Companion of the patriarchs, pray for us.
Equal of the prophets, pray for us.
Follower of the Apostles, pray for us.
Teacher of martyrs, pray for us.
Father of many pontiffs, pray for us.
Gem of abbots, pray for us.
Glory of confessors, pray for us.
Imitator of anchorites, pray for us.
Associate of virgins, pray for us.
Colleague of all the saints, pray for us.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world,
have mercy upon us.
V. Intercede for us, O holy father St. Benedict,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
O God, Who has called us from the vanity of the world, and Who dos incite us to the reward of a heavenly vocation under the guidance of St. Benedict, inspire and purify our hearts and pour forth on us Thy grace, whereby we may persevere in Thee. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
*† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †*
View our complete listing of prayer videos - bit.ly/CatholicPrayerVideos
Website, Blog & Newsletter - thecatholiccrusade.com
*Our Mission Statement*
Our mission is to foster prayer and spiritual growth within the online Catholic community. In addition to our online work, our mission provides financial support to Catholic schools and education, various national Catholic charities, local Catholic religious organizations, pro-life ministries, and local food banks, soup kitchens, and homeless shelters.
*Support of Our Mission*
Are you interested in supporting our mission? Learn more about us and how you can help - thecatholiccrusade.com/support
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