The 15 Prayers of St. Bridget of Sweden were revealed to her by Jesus in the 14th century as a way to meditate on His Passion and sufferings. These prayers are traditionally prayed daily for one year, helping the faithful grow in love for Christ. The devotion is a powerful means of drawing closer to Jesus through reflection on His sacrifice for humanity.
Christ attached special promises to those who pray these prayers faithfully, including the release of 15 souls from purgatory, perseverance in grace, and protection from sudden death.
Let us now enter into this holy devotion, contemplating the wounds, sufferings, and love of our Savior.
The 15 Prayers of St. Bridget
Prayer 1: The Agony in the Garden
O Jesus,
Eternal Sweetness to those who love You,
Joy surpassing all joy and all desire,
Hope and salvation of all sinners,
You proved Your love for us by sweating blood in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Through the pain of that suffering,
Deliver us from the fear of death and from despair.
Help us to trust in Your mercy always.
Amen.
“His sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground.” (Luke 22:44, NIV)
Prayer 2: The Betrayal of Jesus
O Jesus,
You were betrayed by one of Your own,
Sold for thirty pieces of silver,
Arrested and bound like a criminal.
Help us to remain faithful to You,
Even when faced with suffering and trials.
Amen.
“Judas said, ‘What will you give me if I deliver him over to you?’ And they paid him thirty pieces of silver.” (Matthew 26:15, NIV)
Prayer 3: The Mocking and Beating
O Jesus,
You were stripped and beaten,
Mocked by soldiers who placed a crown of thorns upon Your head.
Though You were innocent, You bore our guilt.
Help us to bear insults and hardships patiently,
Remembering that You endured far greater for us.
Amen.
“Then they spit in his face and struck him, while others slapped him.” (Matthew 26:67, NIV)
Prayer 4: The Carrying of the Cross
O Jesus,
You carried the heavy Cross on Your bruised shoulders,
Falling under its weight.
Help us to carry our own crosses,
Trusting that You walk beside us.
Give us the strength to follow You faithfully.
Amen.
“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” (Matthew 16:24, NIV)
Prayer 5: The Crucifixion
O Jesus,
You were nailed to the Cross,
Your hands and feet pierced for our sins.
Though You suffered, You forgave.
Teach us to forgive others,
As You forgave even those who crucified You.
Amen.
“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34, NIV)
Prayer 6: The Thirst of Christ
O Jesus,
Hanging on the Cross, You cried, “I thirst.”
Not only for water, but for our love.
May we quench Your thirst by loving You completely,
And by bringing others to Your Sacred Heart.
Amen.
“I thirst.” (John 19:28, NIV)
Prayer 7: The Death of Jesus
O Jesus,
At the hour of Your death, darkness covered the land.
You gave Your last breath for our salvation.
Grant us the grace to remain faithful to You
Until our final moment, when we shall see You face to face.
Amen.
“Father, into Your hands I commit my spirit.” (Luke 23:46, NIV)
Prayer 8: The Spear that Pierced Your Side
O Jesus,
After Your death, a soldier pierced Your Sacred Heart,
From which flowed Blood and Water.
May we seek refuge in Your Divine Mercy,
Trusting in the power of Your love.
Amen.
“One of the soldiers pierced Jesus’ side with a spear, bringing a sudden flow of blood and water.” (John 19:34, NIV)
Prayer 9: The Sorrow of Mary
O Jesus,
Your Blessed Mother stood at the foot of the Cross,
Her heart pierced with sorrow.
Help us to trust in Your will,
Even in times of suffering,
Knowing that You bring all things to good.
Amen.
“A sword will pierce your own soul too.” (Luke 2:35, NIV)
Prayer 10: The Removal from the Cross
O Jesus,
Your lifeless body was taken down from the Cross,
Placed in the arms of Your sorrowful Mother.
May we always seek refuge in her maternal love,
As she leads us closer to You.
Amen.
Prayer 11: The Burial of Jesus
O Jesus,
You were laid in a borrowed tomb,
And Your followers grieved deeply.
Help us to trust in the power of Your Resurrection,
Even when we face darkness and despair.
Amen.
Prayer 12: The Resurrection of Jesus
O Risen Lord,
You triumphed over death,
Bringing hope and new life to the world.
May we live in the joy of Your Resurrection,
Proclaiming Your victory to all.
Amen.
Prayer 13: The Ascension of Jesus
O Jesus,
You ascended into heaven,
Yet You remain with us always.
Help us to seek the things that are above,
And to live as citizens of heaven.
Amen.
Prayer 14: The Sending of the Holy Spirit
O Holy Spirit,
Fill us with Your gifts,
That we may walk in holiness and truth.
Guide us each day
To be faithful witnesses of Christ.
Amen.
Prayer 15: The Final Judgment
O Jesus,
At the end of time, You will come again in glory.
May we be found faithful,
Standing among Your chosen ones.
Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Lord Jesus,
We thank You for the gift of Your Passion,
Through which we are saved.
May these prayers deepen our love for You,
And lead us closer to Your Most Sacred Heart.
Amen.
Promises of the 15 Prayers of St. Bridget
Jesus revealed several graces to those who pray these prayers for one year, including:
- 15 souls from your lineage will be released from purgatory.
- 15 sinners from your family will be converted.
- You will not die without the sacraments.
- You will be prepared for eternal life.