Anima Christi |
This is a well-known poetic version of the above after-communion prayer, sometimes attributed to St. Thomas Aquinas . . . The Anima Christi Translation from the Latin by John Henry Newman
Soul of Christ, be my sanctification; Body of Christ, be my salvation. Blood of Christ, fill all my veins; Water from Christ's side, wash out my stains. Passion of Christ, my comfort be. O good Jesus, listen to me. In Thy wounds I fain would hide Ne'er to be parted from Thy side. Guard me should the foe assail me; Call me when my life shall fail me. Bid me come to Thee above With Thy saints to sing Thy love World without end. Amen.
This prayer may be followed by a prayer of thanksgiving . . . O Jesus, receive my poor offering. Litany of the Most Precious Blood
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