Eucharist
Anima Christi
Anima Christi
A fourteenth-century prayer beloved by St. Ignatius of Loyola, who placed it at the front of the Spiritual Exercises. Ideal after receiving Holy Communion.
Soul of Christ, sanctify me.
Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, inebriate me.
Water from the side of Christ, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me.
O good Jesus, hear me.
Within Thy wounds hide me.
Separated from Thee let me never be.
From the malignant enemy defend me.
At the hour of death call me,
and bid me come unto Thee,
that with Thy saints I may praise Thee
for ever and ever.
Amen.
When to pray it: After Holy Communion.
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