The Litany of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Litany of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Introduction
The Litany of Our Lady of Mount Carmel reflects a theology focused on Mary's role as a powerful intercessor and model of Christian life, particularly within the Carmelite Order. It highlights her unique relationship with God, her virtues, and her ability to guide and protect believers. The litany invokes Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth, highlighting her elevated position and authority as a powerful intercessor with God.
About This Litany
The Litany emphasises the virtues of Our Lady, such as her obedience, purity, and devotion, presenting her as a model for all Christians to emulate and acknowledges her role in bringing Christ into the world. It underscores her intercession for humanity, particularly for sinners and those in need. The Litany invokes her as a refuge in sorrow, a guide in darkness, and a source of hope and consolation, particularly at the hour of death.
The litany, especially when linked with the Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, underscores the Carmelite Order's devotion to Mary and her special protection over those who wear the scapular, under certain conditions.
The Litany
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy. 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.
Invocations to Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Holy Mary, pray for us sinners.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Queen of Heaven, pray for us sinners.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Victorious over Satan, pray for us sinners.
Most Obedient Daughter, pray for us sinners.
Most Pure Virgin, pray for us sinners.
Devoted Spouse, pray for us.
Mother Most Tender, pray for us.
Model of Perfect Virtue, pray for us.
Sure Anchor of Hope, pray for us.
Refuge in Sorrow, pray for us.
Dispenser of the Gifts of God, pray for us.
Bastion Against Our Enemies, pray for us.
Our Aid in Danger, pray for us.
The Way Leading to Jesus, pray for us.
Our Light in Darkness, pray for us.
Our Consolation at the Hour of Death, pray for us.
Intercessions for Sinners
Advocate of the Most Abandoned Sinners, pray for us.
For the Hardened in Vice, pray for us.
For Those who Offend Your Divine Son, pray for us.
For Those Who Neglect to Pray, pray for us.
For Those Who are in Agony, pray for us.
For Those Who Defer Their Conversion, pray for us.
For Those Suffering in Purgatory, pray for us.
For Those Who Do Not Know You, pray for us.
For those who grieve your Son, with confidence we come to you.
Conclusion
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.
V. Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Hope of the Despairing,
R. Intercede for us with your Divine Son.
Closing Prayer
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, glorious Queen of Angels, channel of God's tenderest mercy to man, refuge, and advocate of sinners, with confidence I prostrate myself before you, beseeching you to obtain for me the graces I need. In return I solemnly promise to have recourse to you in all my trials, sufferings, and temptations, and I shall do all in my power to induce others to love and reverence you and to invoke you in all their needs. I thank you for the many blessings which I have received from your mercy and powerful intercession. Continue to be my shield in danger, my guide in life, and my consolation at the hour of death. Amen.