Litany of Humility

In this video, we explore the power of humility and the importance of cultivating this essential virtue in our lives. We recite the Litany of Humility, a powerful prayer that asks for the grace to be humble and to put the needs of others before our own. Join us as we seek to draw closer to God and to live a life that reflects His love and mercy. This prayer is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their spiritual life and cultivate a humble heart.

Litany of Humility:

Lord, Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

From the desire of being esteemed, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being loved, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being praised, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being honored, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being preferred to others, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being consulted, deliver me, Jesus.

From the desire of being approved, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being humiliated, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being despised, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being rebuked, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being slandered, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being forgotten, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being wronged, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being ridiculed, deliver me, Jesus.

From the fear of being suspected, deliver me, Jesus.

That others may be loved more than I, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That others may be esteemed more than I, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That in the opinion of the world, others may increase and I may decrease, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That others may be chosen and I set aside, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That others may be praised and I unnoticed, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That others may be preferred to me in everything, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

That others may become holier than I, provided that I may become as holy as I should, Jesus, grant me the grace to desire it.

Lord, grant me the grace to be humble and to seek your will above all else. Help me to recognize my own weaknesses and limitations, and to depend on you for guidance and strength. May I always seek to serve others with the gifts and talents you have given me, and to live a life that bears witness to your love and mercy. Amen.

Humility, prayer, submission, servitude, obedience, self-denial, selflessness, modesty, reverence, meekness, surrender, acceptance, dependence, trust, gratitude, penance, contrition, repentance, grace, mercy, love.