The Latin Prayer Podcast

St. Francis of Assisi Prayer: "Lord, make me an instrument of your peace" in Latin and English.

In this episode of the Latin Prayer Podcast, we explore the Prayer of St. Francis in Latin through a detailed word-by-word learning guide. While traditionally attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, historical evidence suggests it likely emerged in the early 20th century, yet it still reflects the spiritual tone associated with him.

We break down the full Latin text line by line, including vocabulary, grammar patterns, and meaning shifts that make this prayer one of the most powerful for Latin learners and devotional listeners alike.

You’ll learn how repeating structures like ubi odium, amorem seram build meaning, and how the prayer transitions from outward intercession to inward transformation: becoming the one who consoles, understands, and loves.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction – Why this prayer matters in Latin learning
01:20 The origin & historical controversy of the Prayer of St. Francis
04:10 How this prayer works as a Latin learning structure
06:30 “Domine, fac me servum pacis tuae” – opening line breakdown
08:15 Ubi odium, amorem seram – hatred & love vocabulary
10:30 Ubi iniuria, fidem, desperatio – injury, doubt, despair
13:10 Ubi caligo, tristitia – darkness & sadness vocabulary
15:40 The shift inward – from the world to the self
17:20 Consolari quam consolari – to console vs to be consoled
19:10 Intelligi, amari – understanding & love structure
21:00 “Nam in dando recipimus” – the paradox of giving
23:10 Final lines – death, rebirth, and eternal life
25:00 Full prayer recap & how to practice it in Latin
27:00 Closing prayer (Pater Noster, Ave Maria, Gloria Patri)

 

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Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:

Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...
Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...
Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...
Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...
15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...

Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.

May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

God Love You!
Valete (Goodbye)

 

This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

Learn the Act of Contrition in Latin (Deus meus, ex toto corde paenitet me) with a complete line-by-line Latin learning guide.

In this episode of the Latin Prayer Podcast, we explore one of the most important prayers associated with the Sacrament of Confession. Follow the recurring Latin root peccatum ("sin") through the prayer and discover how its changing forms reveal the movement of the soul from sorrow, to repentance, to firm resolution.

Whether you're learning Latin prayers, preparing for Confession, studying Catholic devotions, or deepening your understanding of traditional Catholic spirituality, this guide will help you pray the Act of Contrition with greater understanding.

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction: The Thread of Sin in the Act of Contrition
01:00 History of the Act of Contrition
01:50 Deus meus, ex toto corde paenitet me
02:40 Quia peccando non solum poenas
03:20 Sed praesertim quia offendi te
04:10 Ideo firmiter propono
04:45 De cetero me non peccaturum
05:15 Following the Word Peccatum Through the Prayer
05:45 What True Contrition Really Means
06:00 Closing Reflections


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Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:

Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...
Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...
Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...
Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...
15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...

Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.

May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

God Love You!
Valete (Goodbye)

 

This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

Learn the traditional Prayer to St. Anthony for lost items in Latin with a full line-by-line breakdown, translation, and vocabulary explanation. This episode of the Latin Prayer Podcast explores one of the most widely used Catholic prayers for finding lost objects: keys, rings, belongings, and everyday items, while revealing its deeper spiritual meaning.

We break down the Latin text of the St. Anthony prayer, explaining key phrases such as “Sancte Antoni,” “restituendi,” “inveniam,” and “veri boni” to help with Latin learning, Catholic prayer study, and traditional Catholic spirituality.

Beyond the practical devotion of asking St. Anthony of Padua, patron saint of lost things, this episode reveals the prayer’s interior movement: from seeking lost objects to seeking peace, detachment, and ultimately God as the highest good.

Perfect for anyone interested in:
- Catholic prayers in Latin
- St. Anthony prayer for lost items
- Catholic devotional prayers
- Latin prayer translation and vocabulary
- Traditional Catholic spirituality
- Learning ecclesiastical Latin
- Prayer for finding lost things
- Catholic saints and devotions

Whether you are praying for lost keys, learning Latin, or deepening your Catholic faith, this guide helps you understand both the literal meaning and spiritual depth of the St. Anthony prayer.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction: The St. Anthony Prayer for Lost Items
01:00 History of St. Anthony of Padua & Patron of Lost Things
02:00 Latin Prayer Begins: “Sancte Antoni…”
03:00 Asking to Find What Is Lost & Inner Peace
04:00 Loss, Affliction, and Attachment to Material Things
05:00 Turning Toward God as the True Good
06:00 Deeper Meaning of the Prayer Explained
07:00 Choosing God Over All Things (“Summum Bonum”)
08:00 Closing Reflection & Practical Use of the Prayer
09:00 Final Prayers: Pater Noster, Ave Maria, Gloria Patri

 

Help us restore sacred tradition and bring timeless prayers to new ears. Support our mission and gain access to our Latin learning guides, feast day resources, and audio devotionals.

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Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:

Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...
Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...
Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...
Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...
15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...

Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.

May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

God Love You!
Valete (Goodbye)

 

This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

Sola Scriptura: A Theological Debate

The Bible never says Scripture is the sole authority of the Christian faith, and the Latin proves it. In this episode, we examine three texts from St. Paul and St. Peter and let the grammar do the work. No philosophical argument. No circular reasoning. Just the words themselves, in the language the Church has always read them.

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0:00 - Introduction: The question underneath every Protestant-Catholic divide

0:30 - Why this approach is different: grammar, not argument

1:00 - 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Tenete traditiones: spoken word and letter as equals

2:00 - 1 Timothy 3:15, Columna et firmamentum: the Church as pillar of truth

3:00 - The verse where Paul could have said "Scripture" and didn't 3:30 - Subscribe/support note

3:45 - 2 Peter 1:20, Propria interpretazione: Peter forecloses private reading 4:30 - What the three anchors do together

5:00 - Patreon Deep Dive: the second-century witness

5:20 - Closing prayers: Pater Noster, Ave Maria, Gloria Patri

 

The Patreon-Only Deep Dive goes further, a second-century witness trained by a man who knew St. John names the exact principle that makes sola scriptura impossible, and calls it the rule of truth. He says the apostles handed it down before they wrote a single letter. Find it on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/thelatinprayerpodcast

 

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Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:

Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...

Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...

Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...

Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...

15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...

 

Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family. May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

God Love You!

Valete (Goodbye)

 

This video explores the concept of biblical authority within Christianity, specifically addressing the divide between Protestant and Catholic beliefs. We examine why the Bible does not explicitly state scripture is the sole authority, and how Latin texts provide additional insight. The discussion sheds light on the differences between "sola scriptura" and the Catholic view, offering a deeper understanding of the Christian theology at play. You will also see familiar Latin prayers such as Pater Noster, Ave Maria, and Gloria Patri.

This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

The Litany of Loreto is one of the most beloved Marian prayers in the Catholic tradition, a powerful litany filled with ancient titles of the Blessed Virgin Mary drawn from Sacred Scripture, the Church Fathers, and centuries of Catholic devotion.

In this episode of The Latin Prayer Podcast, we explore five beautiful Marian titles from the Litany of Loreto and uncover their Latin meanings, biblical roots, and spiritual significance. Learn how titles like Mater Misericordiae, Foederis Arca, and Stella Matutina reveal profound truths about Our Lady and her role in salvation history.

Whether you are learning ecclesiastical Latin, deepening your Marian devotion, praying the Rosary, or rediscovering traditional Catholic spirituality, this episode offers a rich guide into one of the Church’s great prayers.

We also explore:
- The history of the Litany of Loreto
- The Holy House of Loreto
- Marian symbolism in the Old Testament
- Latin vocabulary and pronunciation
- The connection between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant
- Catholic typology and scripture

Timestamps
00:00 — Introduction to the Litany of Loreto
01:10 — History of Loreto and the Holy House
02:05 — Biblical origins of Marian titles
03:10 — Mater Misericordiae (Mother of Mercy)
04:05 — Speculum Iustitiae (Mirror of Justice)
05:05 — Foederis Arca (Ark of the Covenant)
06:05 — Turris Eburnea (Tower of Ivory)
07:05 — Stella Matutina (Morning Star)
08:05 — Why Catholics pray the Litany of Loreto
09:15 — Patreon and prayer intentions
10:00 — Pater Noster, Ave Maria, Gloria Patri

 

Help us restore sacred tradition and bring timeless prayers to new ears. Support our mission and gain access to our Latin learning guides, feast day resources, and audio devotionals.

Find the Free Latin Learning Guide on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/thelatinprayerpodcast


A huge thank you to my Patrons!

To follow me on other platforms Click on my LinkTree below. linktr.ee/dylandrego

Submit Prayer Requests or comments / suggestions: thelatinprayerpodcast@gmail.com

To Support FishEaters.com Click Here (  / fisheaters  )

Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:

Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...
Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...
Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...
Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...
15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...

Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.

May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

God Love You!
Valete (Goodbye)

 

This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0