Prayer of Saint Teresa of Avila

“Saint Teresa’s prayer reminds us that only God can bring true peace. Her trust in Him was the foundation of her courage.” — Pope Benedict XVI

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The Prayer

Let nothing disturb you, Let nothing frighten you, All things are passing; God never changes. Patience obtains all things. Whoever has God lacks nothing; God alone suffices.

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About This Prayer

The Prayer of Saint Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved Catholic meditations on trust in God. Written in the 16th century by the Carmelite mystic and Doctor of the Church, the prayer offers comfort and strength in times of fear, uncertainty, and spiritual dryness. Its short lines are poetic and deeply rooted in Scripture and the Carmelite tradition of contemplative trust. Teresa’s words remind us that everything in this world is temporary—only God is unchanging. This prayer reflects her deep spiritual insight and her desire to draw souls closer to the peace that comes from placing all hope in God.

The Prayer

Let nothing disturb you, Let nothing frighten you, All things are passing; God never changes. Patience obtains all things. Whoever has God lacks nothing; God alone suffices.

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When To Pray

Catholics often pray this when they are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future. It’s also fitting for times of personal reflection, during Eucharistic Adoration, or when beginning a spiritual retreat. The prayer offers a moment to pause, breathe, and remember that God alone is enough.

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The Prayer of Saint Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved Catholic meditations on trust in God. Written in the 16th century by the Carmelite mystic and Doctor of the Church, the prayer offers comfort and strength in times of fear, uncertainty, and spiritual dryness. Its short lines are poetic and deeply rooted in Scripture and the Carmelite tradition of contemplative trust. Teresa’s words remind us that everything in this world is temporary—only God is unchanging. This prayer reflects her deep spiritual insight and her desire to draw souls closer to the peace that comes from placing all hope in God.
Catholics often pray this when they are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future. It’s also fitting for times of personal reflection, during Eucharistic Adoration, or when beginning a spiritual retreat. The prayer offers a moment to pause, breathe, and remember that God alone is enough.

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