{"id":10872,"date":"2025-10-02T07:56:49","date_gmt":"2025-10-02T10:56:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/?p=10872"},"modified":"2025-10-02T08:16:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T11:16:34","slug":"what-is-the-soul-of-christ-prayer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/en\/what-is-the-soul-of-christ-prayer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is the Soul of Christ Prayer?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>\u201cSoul of Christ\u201d prayer<\/strong> is one of the most well-known and traditional prayers in Christian spirituality. Also called <em>Anima Christi<\/em> (in Latin), it is a supplication that asks for intimate union with Jesus Christ, protection from evil, and grace for eternal life. Its beauty and depth have made it popular for personal prayer, Mass, and times of adoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quick summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u201cSoul of Christ\u201d prayer<\/strong>: ancient and profound prayer, also called <em>Anima Christi<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Central theme<\/strong>: intimate union with Jesus, spiritual protection, and eternal life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use<\/strong>: common at Mass, during adoration, and in personal prayers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>What is the \u201cSoul of Christ\u201d prayer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Soul of Christ, sanctify me.<br>Body of Christ, save me.<br>Blood of Christ, inebriate me.<br>Water from the side of Christ, wash me.<br>Passion of Christ, strengthen me.<br>O good Jesus, hear me.<br>Within your wounds, hide me.<br>Do not permit me to be separated from You.<br>From the evil enemy, defend me.<br>At the hour of my death, call me.<br>And bid me come to You,<br>that with Your saints I may praise You<br>forever and ever. Amen.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--696x392.webp 696w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada--1068x601.webp 1068w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-resumida-e-explicada-.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Origin of the prayer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Written in <strong>Latin in the 14th century<\/strong> (<em>Anima Christi<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Often attributed to <strong>Saint Ignatius of Loyola<\/strong>, founder of the Society of Jesus, but it circulated before his time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Became an essential part of the Ignatian <strong>Spiritual Exercises<\/strong>, where the faithful deeply meditate on Christ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Spiritual meaning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2726 <strong>Total surrender<\/strong>: the Christian entrusts soul, body, and life to the Lord.<br>\u2726 <strong>Protection<\/strong>: asks for defense against temptations and spiritual dangers.<br>\u2726 <strong>Union with Christ<\/strong>: seeks to live united to Jesus\u2019 passion, death, and resurrection.<br>\u2726 <strong>Eternal hope<\/strong>: recalls the desire to be with Christ after death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Where and when to pray it<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After <strong>Communion<\/strong> at Mass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During times of <strong>adoration of the Blessed Sacrament<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In <strong>personal prayers of intimacy with God<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a supplication in <strong>moments of anguish or illness<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Curiosities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pope John Paul II often prayed this prayer after Communion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the original Latin, it begins: <em><a href=\"#Soul-of-Christ\">Anima Christi<\/a>, sanctifica me<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many editions of the <strong>Roman Missal<\/strong> include it right after Mass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is used in <strong>Jesuit spiritual retreats<\/strong> around the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-.webp\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Soul of Christ\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo-.webp 1600w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--696x392.webp 696w, https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oracao-alma-de-cristo--1068x601.webp 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Simple glossary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"Soul-of-Christ\"><strong>Soul of Christ<\/strong>: English for \u201cAnima Christi.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiritual Exercises<\/strong>: a method of prayer and meditation developed by Saint Ignatius.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adoration<\/strong>: prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who wrote the \u201cSoul of Christ\u201d prayer?<\/strong><br>There is no confirmed author, but it was popularized by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why is it so well known?<\/strong><br>Because it expresses, simply and profoundly, total surrender to Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I pray it at any time?<\/strong><br>Yes. It is traditional after Communion, but it can be prayed on any occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the difference between \u201cSoul of Christ\u201d and Marian prayers?<\/strong><br>While the \u201cSoul of Christ\u201d is Christ-centered (addressed directly to Jesus), Marian prayers ask for the intercession of the Virgin Mary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>READ ALSO:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/en\/romans-11-36-everything-is-from-him-through-him-and-to-him\/\">Romans 11:36 \u2014 All Things Are From Him, Through Him, and For Him<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/en\/act-of-contrition-understand-learn-and-practice\/\">Act of Contrition \u2014 Understand, Learn, and Practice<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/milagreshoje.com.br\/en\/psalm-135-celebration-of-gods-sovereignty-and-faithfulness\/\">Psalm 135 \u2014 Celebration of God\u2019s Sovereignty and Faithfulness<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/milagreshoje2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Milagres Hoje<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The \u201cSoul of Christ\u201d prayer is one of the most well-known and traditional prayers in Christian spirituality. 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