Memorare

The Memorare is a confident cry to Mary’s protection. Generations of Catholics have turned to it in urgent need, trusting that no one who seeks her help is left unaided.

Pray it for yourself or for someone whose burdens you carry.

The Prayer

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that any one who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, and sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To thee I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate! despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

Sources: Traditional public-domain form; cf. Baltimore Manual of Prayers (1889) and related older Catholic prayer books.

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