Look down upon me, good and gentle Jesus
while before Your face I humbly kneel and,
with burning soul,
pray and beseech You
to fix deep in my heart lively sentiments
of faith, hope, and charity;
true contrition for my sins,
and a firm purpose of amendment.
While I contemplate,
with great love and tender pity,
Your five most precious wounds,
pondering over them within me
and calling to mind the words which David,
Your prophet, said to You, my Jesus:
“They have pierced My hands and My feet,
they have numbered all My bones.”
Amen.
Details about Prayer before a Crucifix
The Prayer before a Crucifix is a devotional prayer that has been practiced in the Catholic Church for many centuries.
The prayer involves approaching a crucifix, which is a symbolic representation of the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, and offering a prayer of adoration and supplication.
The history of the Prayer before a Crucifix can be traced back to the early days of Christianity, when believers would gather around crosses and other symbols of Christ’s sacrifice to pray and worship.
The prayer was formalized in the Middle Ages, when crucifixes became popular devotional objects that were placed in homes, churches, and other religious settings.
The Prayer before a Crucifix is a simple but profound way for Catholics to express their faith and devotion to Jesus Christ, and to seek his mercy and grace.
The prayer is often used during times of personal difficulty or struggle, as well as during the celebration of Lent and other penitential seasons.
Today, the Prayer before a Crucifix remains a beloved Catholic tradition that continues to inspire and comfort believers all over the world.