What is Holy Cross?

The Holy Cross was the instrument of torture used by the Romans to scourge and kill Jesus Christ. However, Jesus intentionally gave himself up so that his sacrifice would bring redemption and infinite benefits to us. Therefore, the Holy Cross is now and forever the symbol of God's victory against evil and of his love for us.

In this article, you will learn some powerful prayers of the Holy Cross for you to get protection and the spiritual benefits that Jesus gave us. See now each of these prayers, their meanings and indications.

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Holy Cross has become a very powerful spiritual symbol used by all Christians. Its significance came about because of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, being the central event to the faith and spirituality of most people in the world. See more about the history of the Holy Cross here.

Origin and history

In the first century, Jesus Christ was condemned to death by crucifixion and gave himself up to martyrdom and scourging. Because of this act, the world suffered several transformations. However, the Cross ended up being lost because of persecutions against Christians.

After the rise of the first Christian Roman Emperor, Constantine II, there was an intense search for the Holy Cross, which was found by his mother. Therefore, he ordered the construction of the basilicas in Jerusalem and their dedication.

What does Santa Cruz represent?

The Holy Cross is a sign of Christ's triumph over sin, demons and death. Therefore, the prayers and devotion made to the Holy Cross are very powerful, and have developed all over the world following local cultural trends.

Through the relics and some pieces of the Cross of Christ itself, miracles important to the Christian faith have happened and become devotional stories that increase faith and inspire our spirituality to this day.

Holy Cross Prayer for Deliverance

Deliverances are specific actions to save someone from an external danger. This means that this prayer is powerful because it asks Divine Providence to take care of you, sometimes even reversing very bad situations. Read more about the Holy Cross Prayer for Deliverance below.

Indications

If you are under constant threat or imminent danger, pray this prayer for God's deliverance. When we ask for deliverance, we are asking God to take care of us and protect us from something specific.

Therefore, this prayer, unlike other prayer for protection, is specific for very serious problems that are about to happen. God is Mighty to deliver you from evil and because of the Cross, you will receive peace and assurance that your Father is watching over you.

Meaning

Jesus gave Himself up in our place. This means that we need not be afraid, for He gave His life for us. Receive from Jesus with this prayer the assurance that He will take care of you and deliver you from your worst fears. Because of the Holy Cross of Christ, your requests are answered and you will be delivered from evil.

Look inside yourself to see your worst fears, and make a little confession first so that you can understand what is really taking away your calm. The clearer you are about what is threatening you, the more effective this prayer becomes.

Prayer

"By the power that is in Jesus Christ, and in his blood,

and on your Holy Cross I ask for deliverance and protection.

Father God, in the name of Jesus Christ I ask you to help me (talk about your need).

With your power and love, deliver me from this evil.

And of all the dangers that surround me.

For I believe in his Power and Love, and that the Lord will not forsake me

nor let evil triumph. Amen."

Prayer of the Holy Cross for protection

Because of the news, we are always getting a lot of worries in our mind. These worries end up consuming us and bringing great emotional exhaustion. See this powerful Holy Cross Prayer for protection and get peace of mind for your day again.

Indications

Every day we are susceptible to human wickedness, our wickedness and the dangers present in the world. When we have faith, we also have a shield strong enough to protect us. Pray this prayer asking God to protect you from all of this, for only he can fully care for your body and soul.

When you pray the Holy Cross Prayer for protection, you also surrender all the worries that may disturb your soul causing you to become paralyzed. Soon, after this prayer, you will feel great peace.

Meaning

This robust prayer is a great Psalm of conjuration against demons and any danger that may threaten you. Through the sign of the cross while praying the Prayer, you achieve spiritual and physical protection for yourself and your family not only against evil, but also against natural tragedies.

Jesus made us children and friends of God through his blood sacrifice. Therefore, we can ask God for protection and find a safe refuge in him.

Prayer

"God save thee, Holy Cross, where Christ was crucified

and where I do penance for my life of sins,

Blessing myself with the sign of the cross (make the sign of the cross).

Holy and Holy Cross where Christ was crucified,

protect me and save me from mortal sin,

and fevers, the power of the devil, hell, the flames of purgatory

and the power of my material and spiritual enemies.

Deliver me, Holy Cross, from wars and violent death,

from plagues, pains and humiliations,

of accidents and ordeals, of physical and spiritual sufferings,

from all sickness and from all afflictions and torments, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Keep me, Holy Cross, in the holy and consecrated host,

in the blessed chalice, in the virgin's robe and in the shroud of Christ

that no lightning or poison may strike me, no instrument or beast may smite me,

No eye afflicts or harms me, no iron or steel, or bullet cuts my flesh.

Holy Cross, where Christ was crucified and where his holy blood flowed,

for the last tear of His body, for the last breath of His body,

that all my sins and crimes be forgiven

And let no arm hinder me, nor snare bind me, nor iron hold me back.

Every wound in my body will be healed by the power of Christ's blood,

dripped on you, Santa Cruz.

Every evil that comes near me will be crucified in you, as Christ was.

Every evil against me will be buried at his feet.

I am enchanted, Holy Cross, by the power of Jesus Christ,

that I may be protected against all power and the force of justice be on my side.

That I may be saved from death and disgrace.

Through Holy Cross,

in the glory of God the Father Almighty, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen"

Prayer of the Holy Cross to Jesus Christ

To pray to Jesus by speaking of his sacrifice on the Holy Cross is to give yourself in gratitude and let that virtue fill you with peace. Many times, we face spiritual and emotional problems, and during these periods we lose the dimension of inner peace. Regain your spiritual balance with the Holy Cross Prayer to Jesus Christ.

Indications

Pray to Jesus on the Holy Cross always to meditate and turn to the sacred, connecting with God. Jesus is the real connection with God, and He truly did this through the Holy Cross. Sometimes spiritual difficulties appear as deep sorrows, anguish and torment.

If you are going through problems like this pray to Jesus for the Holy Cross and feel the comfort of God's Love immediately. Use this prayer also to ask for peace and joy for your family.

Meaning

Jesus assured us that we can take our needs to God the Father through him. He sits at the right hand of God the Father and intercedes for us constantly, along with the saints and the Holy Spirit himself.

Therefore, through the cross we can ask, for as Jesus said, "If God gave his own son, will he not give us what we need?" During this prayer, we accept the reality of Christ and redemption, surrendering ourselves to his direction and giving thanks for his love and care.

Prayer

"Jesus, who by the Holy Cross became our divine Savior,

grant that we may go through life free from the dangers and enemies of our soul.

Allow the precious wood of your Holy Cross..,

who gave to the world the divine fruit of redemption, always bear new fruits of salvation

and of such grace as I now ask of you: (make your request).

Hail, precious and most holy Cross,

that you have received into your arms our Lord and Savior!

Hail, instrument of my redemption and guarantee of my eternal happiness!

Protect me with your shadow as long as I live in this earthly world, and open for me the gates of heaven, that in your name I may be welcomed by him who has saved me through you. Amen."

Prayer of the Holy Cross against evil

The Holy Cross is perfect for defending you from any and all kinds of evils that may be threatening you. By the power of Jesus Christ, through this prayer you can achieve protection against powers that are beyond our world from simple phrases. Discover this powerful prayer here.

Indications

Pray the Holy Cross Prayer against evil every morning. It is simple and therefore perfect for people who are busy and have little time for prayer. We all need to take care of our inner spiritual life, and therefore it is good to make efforts to maintain the frequency of prayer.

Because it is easily repeated, it can be prayed in different places and at different times depending on your need. Pray also on behalf of your friends and family, blessing and protecting their lives.

Meaning

With the simple vocal formula of this prayer, you will be able to sincerely express your subjection and trust in God. Meditate on each phrase and realize the symbolic richness present in the Holy Cross of Jesus Christ and its power to protect us.

From the cross we get redemption and deliverance for all visible and invisible dangers. This prayer, though short, passes through all the dangers that may be in your way and is fully sufficient to deliver you from evil.

Prayer

"God Almighty,

who suffered death on the sacred wood for all our sins, be with me.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, have mercy on us.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, be my hope.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, put away from me all sharp weapons.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, shower all good upon me.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, turn away all evil from me.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, grant that I may follow the way of salvation.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, deliver me from bodily and temporal incidents.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, I adore you forever.

Holy Cross of Jesus Christ, make the evil and invisible spirits depart from me, leading me Jesus to eternal life. Amen."

Prayer of the Holy Cross Blessed

There is a perception of some people thinking that the cross of Christ would be an instrument of curse for carrying all our sins. However, in truth, through the Great Sacrifice of Jesus, the cross is a tool of sanctification and its symbol is eternally now a sign of Jesus' victory. Read below the prayer of blessing and adoration of the Holy Cross of Jesus Christ.

Indications

The prayer of the Blessed Holy Cross is a great way to meditate on Jesus and elevate ourselves spiritually. It is indicated to be done periodically, especially in times of repentance and deep reflection.

With it, we place before us the life of Jesus, his scourge and martyrdom, which serves to analyze our own selfishness and abandon it. By praying the Prayer of the Holy Cross Blessed, we have a moment of elevation of the immortal soul. And if you nourish your spirituality, you will reap good fruits in all areas of your life.

Meaning

Just as we do in the Holy Rosary, when we pray Holy Cross Blessed we are meditating deeply on Jesus. The difference is that in this particular prayer, the focus is on the sorrowful mysteries, on the sacrifice of Jesus that gave birth to the Holy Eucharist and that redeemed our sins.

Because of the Holy Cross, we are now blessed, for guilt has been vindicated by the blood of Christ that was shed there. Always remember this prayer, for it can bring great spiritual strength to you and your family.

Prayer

"We worship you, Lord Jesus Christ, and we bless you,

for by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world (3x). Amen.

O Holy Cross, Blessed Cross wherein mankind was redeemed

and the son of man had his hands pierced

and had his chest cut open from which gushed water and blood.

O Holy Cross, instrument of death and punishment,

but who in his redeeming blood became the sign of our salvation.

O Blessed Cross, key to our eternity,

crown of our salvation, on the cross of the Lord I place these intentions: (Make your intentions)

Jesus I place myself on your cross, with you I live, with you I die so that with you I may rise again.

O Jesus, whose shoulders were opened by wounds from the weight of the cross,

wounds caused by the tree, but also by our sins.

If the cross weighs heavy, Lord, be our Cyrenian.

If the cross weighs heavy and we fall,

Lord, help us to rise, to face our ordeal

and facing our pain.

Jesus, with you I want to live, with you I want to die so that with you I can rise again.

We worship you Lord Jesus Christ and we bless you,

for by your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world (3x)

Jesus, from your open side, let rivers of mercy flow over us.

Jesus whose open arms were torn for love, Thy body lashed, Thy face disfigured, cast a look of mercy upon us.

Our Lady of Sorrows, who suffered so much to see your Son scourged,

mocked and killed to save us, receive our prayers.

Loving Mother, help us in our ordeal,

and grant us a true contrition for our sins and a sincere change of life.

Amen."

Prayer of the Cross of Caravaca

The Caravaca Cross was a holy relic that miraculously appeared in the fortress of Caravaca, Spain. Devotion to this relic and the memory of this event helps us to remember the love of God and the Passion of Christ demonstrated through his sacrifice. Learn more about this cross and learn a powerful prayer that will help you in emergencies.

Indications

The miracle that happened in Caravaca is a sign that God can help us in difficult times. Therefore, saying this prayer is extremely indicated, especially when you are under great pressure, or when something tragic has happened.

God is our father, and we must have faith that he knows what is best for us. As his children we have the right to ask for his help and aid. If you have been faithful and have faith, do not fear or hesitate to pray this prayer, which may be answered faster than you think.

Meaning

As the stories told about this cross, we discover that the context of its appearance was providential. During the Islamic rule of Spain, the Muslim king Muhammad ben Yaquib held a group of Christians (including a priest) captive.

Out of curiosity, the king asked the priest to explain and celebrate a mass and miraculously, angels brought a cross to the priest during the celebration of the mass.

Just like in this story, when we are under pressure and need some miracle or solution, we can pray this powerful prayer to help us in times of emergency. If the priest didn't celebrate mass, he would be killed along with his companions. But because of this miracle, his situation was reversed, the king was converted and everyone was set free.

Prayer

"By the most holy Cross on which you, our Lord Jesus Christ, suffered and died, save us.

Extend upon me your grace. Give me to reap the fruits of the cross, symbol of your Sacrifice.

To you I beg protection, through the Holy Cross of Caravaca and at your feet I take shelter.

Help me, by my faith.

So be it, amen."

Prayer for the sign of the Holy Cross

Demons and the entire spiritual world recognize the strength and power of the sign of the Holy Cross. Prayers invoking the cross and making its sign according to the Christian faith is a way to ask for spiritual protection and ward off any evil that is surrounding you. See below the best way to pray for the sign of the Holy Cross.

Indications

Because of bad decisions or because of bad company, you may have exposed your spiritual life. Even if this is not the case, you should still be preventing yourself from any spiritual attack. Make no mistake, there are very evil spiritual beings who wish with all their might to cause more harm and harm you.

Therefore, make the Prayer for the Sign of the Holy Cross to protect yourself, your family and friends. Evil people, influenced by spirits, may also want to harm you, and for that this prayer protects you too.

Meaning

The sign of the cross, as taught by the Church, is made with the hand to bless yourself or others. Through this sign and prayer, you invoke Jesus as your lord and protector. The symbol of the cross is very powerful because it represents the very person of Christ and his supreme sacrifice of love for men.

This love, this surrender, and the historical fact of Jesus' crucifixion terrifies any demons and causes them great suffering, thus causing them to immediately turn away.

Prayer

"By the sign of the most holy cross,

Deliver us, God our Lord, from our enemies.

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen."

Prayer of the Invention of the Holy Cross

The Invention of the Holy Cross is what we call the day the authentic Calvary cross was found. With this prayer, we celebrate Jesus' conquest through His sacrifice, and the victory He had over the demons and Hell, making us victorious as well. Learn this powerful prayer and more about the Invention of the Holy Cross here.

Indications

The prayer of the Invention of the Holy Cross is a conjuration against satan and demons. This prayer is very useful for your personal protection and for deliverance from any influence or evil that may have been done against you.

Always pray this prayer when you are feeling emotional or physical pressure. Also, pray this prayer when you are interceding for a miracle or for a very difficult cause. The Holy Cross has great power to help us when we place our requests before God through it.

Meaning

Since the reign of the Roman Emperor Constantine, when he began the construction of the basilicas in Jerusalem, there had been a desire to find the Holy Cross. During this period, and because of the intense devotion of Saint Helena, his mother, the Holy Cross was found and proven to be authentic through the miracles it caused.

So the Church commemorates the triumph of the Cross and how spiritually and even materially, it has withstood the enemies that have risen over the centuries.

Prayer

"In the fields of Caiaphas with the enemy of the Cross you will find,

go away and depart from me satan you have no account with me.

Let my soul pass in peace, for on the day of the invention of the Holy Cross

a hundred times I have knelt, a hundred times I have kissed the ground, a hundred times I have stood up,

a hundred times I have persigned myself by the sign of the Holy Cross.

Deliver us God our Lord from our enemies,

one hundred Hail Mary's I prayed: one hundred the day before and one hundred the day

Commending myself to God and the Virgin Mary:

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you,

blessed are you among women, blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.

Holy Mary mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

A hundred times I've snatched the dog. I snatch Satan from you."

How to make a prayer of the Holy Cross correctly?

The Holy Cross is a central element for faith and therefore requires extra care when it is the center of your devotional moment. Being a very powerful symbol, the Holy Cross cannot be used in a selfish or frivolous way. Pray with fervor, intensity and truth, especially when you are making prayers of protection, and then you will be heard.

Remember also that the Cross is also an instrument of mortification of one's own vices and passions. Therefore, you must be prepared to accept also along with the benefits maturation and spiritual development.