Explains what a litany is, gives an overview of the historical development of litanies. Considers the Eastern Church and non-Latin rites.
These half-dozen litanies are those to which indulgences are attached in the 1968 Enchiridion.
Intended for private devotion. Begs the Holy Spirit to come into our hearts.
So well-known that it needs no introduction. It is perfectly appropriate to add your patron saint, your parish's or nation's patron saint, and the deceased whose holy lives you have witnessed--even if uncanonized--to the honor roll.
Uses some of the titles of God found in the Old Testament, calls on the holy men and women who faithfully served God before the coming of Christ.
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