Dec 7, 2024

Litany of the Eternal Father



Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
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 Ghost, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.

Eternal Father, Creator of Heaven and Earth, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Source of all holiness, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Supreme Lord of all, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, King of the universe, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who is, Who was, and Who is to come, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who by Your Word created all things, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who governs all by Your providence, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who desires the salvation of all souls, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who is just and merciful, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who listens to the cries of the afflicted, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who sent Your Son to redeem mankind, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who gave Your Son to suffer and die for us, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who established Your Kingdom of grace, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who is full of compassion, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who is our refuge and strength, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who protects the righteous, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who calls us to repentance and reconciliation, have mercy on us.
Eternal Father, Who leads us to salvation, have mercy on us.

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. You are the Eternal Father,
R. From You all things came into being.

Let us pray:
Eternal Father, we thank You for Your mercy and for sending Your Son to save us. We ask for Your protection and guidance throughout our lives. Please grant us the strength to live according to Your will and to seek Your glory. We ask all this through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Amen.


The Litany of the Eternal Father is a prayer of petition, seeking the mercy and protection of God the Father. It is an ancient and traditional Catholic devotion that calls upon the power and majesty of the Eternal Father, acknowledging His sovereignty over all creation. The litany emphasizes God's attributes, such as His holiness, justice, mercy, and love, and asks for His assistance in times of need.

While the Litany of the Eternal Father is less commonly known compared to other popular litanies, it remains a powerful prayer for devotion. The litany is often recited to ask for divine protection, guidance, and grace in all aspects of life.

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