52 Prayers - Every Catholic Should Know
Psalm 51 Verses 3 to 14
The Psalms are a collection of 150 sacred songs, hymns, and prayers. They are attributed to various authors, including King David, and express a wide range of emotions, from praise, gratitude, and joy to lament, sorrow, and repentance. The Psalms play a central role in both Jewish and Christian worship, offering timeless words for prayer, meditation, and liturgical use.
Psalm 51 is attributed to King David. It is one of the most famous psalms and is believed to have been written after the prophet Nathan confronted David about his affair with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 12). In this heartfelt prayer, David expresses remorse, asking God for mercy and a renewed heart. The psalm reflects themes of repentance and reliance on God’s unfailing love, making it a powerful model of seeking forgiveness.
Have mercy on me, God, in accord with your merciful love; in your abundant compassion blot out my transgressions.
Thoroughly wash away my guilt; and from my sin cleanse me.
For I know my transgressions; my sin is always before me.
Against you, you alone have I sinned; I have done what is evil in your eyes so that you are just in your word, and without reproach in your judgment.
Behold, I was born in guilt, in sin my mother conceived me.
Behold, you desire true sincerity; and secretly you teach me wisdom.
Cleanse me with hyssop, that I may be pure; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.
You will let me hear gladness and joy; the bones you have crushed will rejoice.
Turn away your face from my sins; blot out all my iniquities.
A clean heart create for me, God; renew within me a steadfast spirit.
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- Aug 11 - Take My Hand O Blessed Mother
- Aug 18 - An Act of Charity
- Aug 25 - St. Augustine’s Act of Petition
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- Sep 8 - Psalm 51 Verses 3 to 14
The practice of daily prayer is transformative.
Each week, we invite you to spend time in prayer, exploring the beauty behind each prayer. By making prayer a daily habit, you can bring peace, reflection, and union with God into your life. Let’s take this journey together, inviting God into our hearts one prayer at a time.
