Litany Of The Blessed Virgin Mary
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- Oct 26, 2024
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Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Let us pray:
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 Ghost,
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.
Mother of Christ,
pray for us.
Mother of divine grace,
pray for us.
Mother most pure,
pray for us.
Mother most chaste,
pray for us.
Mother inviolate,
pray for us.
Mother undefiled,
pray for us.
Mother most amiable,
pray for us.
Mother most admirable,
pray for us.
Mother of good counsel,
pray for us.
Mother of our Creator,
pray for us.
Mother of our Savior,
pray for us.
Virgin most prudent,
pray for us.
Virgin most venerable,
pray for us.
Virgin most renowned,
pray for us.
Virgin most powerful,
pray for us.
Virgin most merciful,
pray for us.
Virgin most faithful,
pray for us.
Mirror of justice,
pray for us.
Seat of wisdom,
pray for us.
Cause of our joy,
pray for us.
Spiritual vessel,
pray for us.
Vessel of honor,
pray for us.
Singular vessel of devotion,
pray for us.
Mystical rose,
pray for us.
Tower of David,
pray for us.
Tower of ivory,
pray for us.
House of gold,
pray for us.
Ark of the Covenant,
pray for us.
Gate of Heaven,
pray for us.
Morning star,
pray for us.
Health of the sick,
pray for us.
Refuge of sinners,
pray for us.
Comforter of the afflicted,
pray for us.
Help of Christians,
pray for us.
Queen of angels,
pray for us.
Queen of patriarchs,
pray for us.
Queen of prophets,
pray for us.
Queen of apostles,
pray for us.
Queen of martyrs,
pray for us.
Queen of confessors,
pray for us.
Queen of virgins,
pray for us.
Queen of all saints,
pray for us.
Queen conceived without Original Sin,
pray for us.
Queen assumed into Heaven,
pray for us.
Queen of the most holy Rosary,
pray for us.
Queen of peace,
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 on us.
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we Thy Servants may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body and by the glorious intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, be delivered from present sorrow and enjoy eternal happiness. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
The Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also known as the Litany of Loreto, is a traditional Catholic prayer honoring the Virgin Mary. It’s a beautiful expression of devotion, reverence, and intercession.History:The Litany originated in the 16th century in Loreto, Italy, and was approved by Pope Sixtus V in 1587. It has since become a beloved prayer throughout the Catholic world.Structure:The Litany consists of:1. Invocation: “Lord, have mercy on us.”2. Five sets of petitions, each addressing Mary with various titles (e.g., “Holy Mary,” “Mother of God”).3. Response: “Pray for us.”4. Closing prayer: “Let us pray.”Titles of Mary:Some notable titles invoked in the Litany:1. Holy Mary,2. Mother of God,3. Mother of the Church,4. Queen of Heaven,5. Queen of Angels,6. Queen of Saints,7. Immaculate Heart of Mary,Purpose:The Litany:1. Honors Mary’s role in salvation history.2. Seeks her intercession for various intentions.3. Expresses gratitude for her maternal care.4. Invokes her protection and guidance.Traditional Use:The Litany is often:1. Recited during Rosary prayers.2. Sung in chant form.3. Used in Marian devotions (e.g., May and October, the months of Mary).4. Prayed during processions and pilgrimages.Variations:The Litany has undergone slight modifications over time, with some regional variations.
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