Memorare
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided.
Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O virgin of virgins, my mother;
to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O mother of the Word incarnate, despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen.
Modern wording:
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection,
implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.
Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto you, O virgin of virgins, my mother;
to you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O mother of the Word incarnate, despise not my petitions,
but in your mercy hear and answer me.
Amen.