Litany of the Holy Rosary

“The Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christocentric prayer. It has all the depth of the Gospel message in its entirety.” — Saint John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae

Public Domain: Virgin of Guadalupe (Virgen de Guadalupe) (1720), vintage illustration by Antonio de Torres. Original public domain image from The Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel via LACMA.

The Prayer

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. Holy Mary, pray for us. Holy Mother of God, pray for us. Holy Virgin of virgins, pray for us. Mother of Christ, pray for us. Mother of the Church, pray for us. Mother of divine grace, pray for us. Mother most pure, pray for us. Mother most chaste, pray for us. Mother inviolate, pray for us. Mother undefiled, pray for us. Mother most amiable, pray for us. Mother most admirable, pray for us. Mother of good counsel, pray for us. Mother of our Creator, pray for us. Mother of our Savior, pray for us. Virgin most prudent, pray for us. Virgin most venerable, pray for us. Virgin most renowned, pray for us. Virgin most powerful, pray for us. Virgin most merciful, pray for us. Virgin most faithful, pray for us. Mirror of justice, pray for us. Seat of wisdom, pray for us. Cause of our joy, pray for us. Spiritual vessel, pray for us. Vessel of honor, pray for us. Singular vessel of devotion, pray for us. Mystical rose, pray for us. Tower of David, pray for us. Tower of ivory, pray for us. House of gold, pray for us. Ark of the covenant, pray for us. Gate of heaven, pray for us. Morning star, pray for us. Page of 1 3 Health of the sick, pray for us. Refuge of sinners, pray for us. Comforter of the afflicted, pray for us. Help of Christians, pray for us. Queen of Angels, pray for us. Queen of Patriarchs, pray for us. Queen of Prophets, pray for us. Queen of Apostles, pray for us. Queen of Martyrs, pray for us. Queen of Confessors, pray for us. Queen of Virgins, pray for us. Queen of all Saints, pray for us. Queen conceived without original sin, pray for us. Queen assumed into heaven, pray for us. Queen of the most holy Rosary, pray for us. Queen of families, pray for us. Queen of peace, pray for us. Lamb of God, You take away sins of the world, spare us, O Lord. Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord. Lamb of God, Your take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

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About This Prayer

The Litany of the Holy Rosary is a traditional Catholic prayer that praises the Blessed Virgin Mary through a series of invocations drawn from Sacred Scripture, Church tradition, and Marian devotion. Closely related to the Litany of Loreto, it reflects on Mary’s titles, virtues, and unique role in salvation history as the Mother of God and our spiritual mother. Prayed responsively, the litany invites the faithful to meditate on Mary’s humility, obedience, purity, and intercessory power, always leading hearts more deeply to Jesus Christ. This prayer beautifully complements the Rosary by extending its spirit of contemplation, helping Catholics honor Mary while reaffirming that all grace flows from Christ, whom she bore and faithfully followed.

When To Pray

The Litany of the Holy Rosary is most commonly prayed immediately after the Rosary as a way to conclude the meditation on the mysteries of Christ through Mary. It is especially fitting during the month of October, which the Church dedicates to the Holy Rosary, as well as in May, traditionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Catholics may also pray this litany during Marian feast days, family prayer time, parish devotions, or whenever they seek Mary’s intercession for the Church, for peace in the world, or for personal intentions. It is particularly meaningful when prayed slowly and attentively, allowing each title of Mary to deepen trust in her maternal care and guidance.