In the Irish (Hiberno-Scottish) monastic tradition, a lorica is a prayer recited for protection. It is essentially a 'protection prayer' in which the petitioner invokes all the power of God as a safeguard …

The lorica, or hymn, attributed to Saint Patrick known as Saint Patrick’s Breastplate is an exceptionally beautiful prayer for protection and strength, drawing not only from Christ himself, but also from the …

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However, it is also called the Lorica of St. Patrick--a lorica being a type of prayer of protection (literally meaning "breastplate"), which was popular in Celtic countries.

Mar 17, 2025 · The following prayer by St. Patrick has been variously titled Morning Prayer, The Breastplate, or The Lorica. Some question whether St. Patrick actually wrote it, or whether someone …

Mar 16, 2025 · Saint Patrick made this hymn; in the time of Loegaire macNeill it was made, and the cause of its composition was for the protection of himself and his monks against the deadly enemies …

Oct 2, 2024 · In this article, we will cover the origins and significance of the Lorica of Saint Patrick, explore its profound verses, and uncover how this timeless prayer continues to inspire and fortify the …

Feb 9, 2025 · The term lorica comes from Latin, meaning “breastplate”—a reference to St. Paul’s exhortation in Ephesians 6:14 to “put on the breastplate of righteousness.” The Lorica is thus a …

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The Lorica is an ancient Gaelic prayer attributed to St. Patrick and is an invocation to the Holy Trinity, usually recited in the morning. In the early Irish Church, loricas were numerous; some were written in …