Complete Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel for spiritual protection and defense

La Novena of Saint Michael the Archangel It is a prayer that is performed during nine days in a row to ask for protection, defense against evil, spiritual strength, and help in times of difficulty. Within Christian devotion, Saint Michael is invoked as prince of the heavenly host, vanquisher of Satan and guardian of those who seek refuge under God's authority.

This novena is prayed when a person needs spiritual protection, clarity in the midst of struggle, defense against visible and invisible enemies, and firm support to remain on the path of good. Many faithful also customarily begin it. nine days before the feast of Saint Michael the Archangelalthough it can be prayed at any time of the year.

How to pray the Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel

The novena is performed during nine consecutive daysEach day the same order of prayer is followed, only changing the prayer for each dayAccording to devotional tradition, a small altar or table with a white tablecloth and an image of Saint Michael the Archangel can be prepared, kneeling before it to make the sign of the cross and offer to God the thoughts, works and words of those days.

Many faithful customarily pray it with devotion, faith, and a spirit of penance. It is also recommended, within Catholic tradition, to go to confession and receive communion during those days if possible.

What is needed to pray the Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel

There are no strict material requirements for praying this novena, but traditionally the following are usually prepared:

• An image of Saint Michael the Archangel.
• A white tablecloth or small altar.
• An atmosphere of contemplation and respect.
• Disposition of faith, prayer and constancy for nine days.

Some devotional practices also include fasting, abstinence, or more careful spiritual preparation, always according to each person's conscience and ability.

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Order of prayer that is repeated every day

Before the prayer for each day, it is customary to follow this order.

Act of contrition

"My Lord Jesus Christ, true God and true man, Creator, Father, and Redeemer, because you are who you are, infinite goodness, and because I love you above all things, I am heartily sorry for having offended you, and I am also sorry because you can punish me with the pains of hell. Encouraged by your divine grace, I firmly resolve never to sin again, to confess my sins, and to perform the penance that may be imposed upon me, for the forgiveness of my sins. Amen."

Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel

"Sovereign Archangel Saint Michael and most excellent Prince of the Heavenly Court. Who could not be your devotee, repaying your devotees in this way? Who would not serve you with great care if you repay the services rendered to you in this manner? But for me to love you, it is enough to know the love you have for me, a love to which I cannot reciprocate with equal love. For me to serve you, it is not necessary to promise me new favors; with those already granted, you have more than obligated me beyond anything I could ever repay or acknowledge. But since I cannot respond with deeds to so many graces, receive my words and affections. I give you thanks, exalted and sublime Spirit, for you defended the honor and glory of my Lord Jesus Christ and for all the services you rendered to Him and His Most Holy Mother throughout your life."

I thank you for the angel you assigned to guard me and for all the other general and particular services you have bestowed upon me, either directly or through your angels. I cannot fully appreciate these in this life, nor can I adequately express my gratitude. Therefore, I ask and implore my guardian angel to thank you on my behalf, as well as for what you have done for humanity and the Holy Church, of which I am a member. I rejoice in all the privileges, graces, prerogatives, dignities, and natural and supernatural gifts with which the Lord has honored and enriched you, and I give eternal thanks to the Lord for them, for in this way I wish to exalt you.

Defend me, O most valiant Captain of the armies of God, send your soldiers to my aid to defend me from the demons and prevent me from yielding to their battles and temptations. Command your angels to guide me so that I may not go astray, to enlighten me so that I may not be blind, and to lay their hands on me so that my feet may not stumble on the perilous path of life. Assist me with your angels at the moment of my death and obtain for me from the Lord true contrition for my sins, so that, when my soul is presented before your tribunal, it may merit to be presented by your hands before the tribunal of the Most Holy Trinity and enter into the possession of glory, where I may praise the Lord forever and give you eternal thanks for having obtained blessedness through your intercession. Amen.

Pray nine Our Fathers and nine Hail Marys

They are prayed in reverence of the nine choirs of angels and of the prince of all, San Miguel Arcangel.

Prayer to the most glorious Prince Saint Michael

"Most glorious Prince Saint Michael, Captain and leader of the Heavenly Armies, receiver of souls, vanquisher of evil spirits, citizen of the Lord and Governor after Jesus Christ of the Church of God, of great excellence and virtue, deliver all who call upon you and make us prosperous in the service of God through your precious office and most worthy intercession. Pray for us, most blessed Saint Michael, Prince of the Church of Christ, that we may be made worthy of the promises of God."

Final prayer

"Almighty, eternal God, who in your great mercy for the salvation of humankind appointed the glorious Archangel Saint Michael wondrously as Prince of the Church, grant that through his salutary protection we may merit to be defended here from all enemies, and at the hour of our death, free and safe, be presented to your Divine and Sovereign Majesty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."

After this, the following takes place personal request with the greatest possible faith.

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Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel, day by day

Day 1

«God and Lord of the Angels, to whom you entrust the guardianship of men, I offer you the merits of the sovereign Spirits and those of the prince of the Angels Saint Michael, who for you and through your ministers guards human nature, to that you keep me from all sin with an angelic purity and grant me what I ask in this Novena, to your greater glory and honor. Amen".

Day 2

"God and Lord of the Archangels, to whom you entrusted the most serious matters of your glory, we offer you the merits of these most noble Spirits and those of Saint Michael the Archangel, who defended your honor and glory against Lucifer and his angels, so that I may seek your greater glory in all things and you may grant me what I ask in this Novena. Amen."

Day 3

"God and Lord of Principalities, to whom you entrusted the guardianship of Kingdoms, I offer you the merits of the most excellent Spirits and those of the Prince of the Heavenly Host, Saint Michael, chief guardian of all Christian Kingdoms, so that you may guard the state of my senses and faculties from all disorder and disobedience to your divine laws and grant me what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 4

"God and Lord of the Powers, who have special power to restrain demons, we offer you the merits of the most powerful Spirits and those of your servant Saint Michael the Archangel, who achieved the greatest victory over the demons and with the same happiness continually fights against them on behalf of mankind, so that you may defend me from all the temptations of the world, of the devil and of the flesh, and grant me what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 5

"God and Lord of Virtues, through whom you perform miracles proper to your sovereign power, compelling nature to serve your glory, we offer you the merits of these wondrous Spirits and those of Saint Michael, principal instrument of all the wonders that are done in the world, so that you may grant me that, having overcome the evil inclinations of my corrupt nature, I may preserve and increase your grace and obtain what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 6

"God and Lord of the Dominions, who preside over the lower choirs and are ministers of your providence, we offer you the merits of these most eminent Spirits and those of your first minister Saint Michael, chief of paradise, so that you may grant me perfect dominion over my passions and perfect obedience to all my superiors and the grace I ask for in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 7

"God and Lord of Thrones, in whom you rest as on the throne of your glory and sit as on a tribunal of justice, we offer you the merits of these most high Spirits and those of Saint Michael the Archangel, throne of your greatness and supreme minister of your justice, so that you may grant me to judge myself rigorously, to be judged afterwards with mercy, and obtain what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 8

"God and Lord of the Cherubim, who are adorned with perfect wisdom, we offer you the merits of these most wise Spirits and of Saint Michael, prince of the wise men of heaven, through whom you teach your Church the truths it needs to know, so that you may teach me to fear and love you, which is the greatest wisdom, and grant me what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

Day 9

"God and Lord of the Seraphim, who burn with love for you, we offer you the merits of these most ardent Spirits and those of your beloved and loving Saint Michael, so that I may love you, my only Lord and God, above all things, with all my soul, all my heart, and all my strength, and that you may grant me what I ask in this Novena, for your greater honor and glory. Amen."

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What is the purpose of the Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel?

The Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel is prayed primarily to ask for:

• Spiritual protection.
• Defense against evil and enemies.
• Strength in the face of temptations and inner struggles.
• Help in times of distress or difficulty.
• Accompanying oneself in the struggle of the Christian life.
• Shelter in the hour of death.

Within Christian devotion, Saint Michael is seen as a powerful defender against Satan, demons, and all forces that seek to separate the soul from God. This is why this novena is so strongly associated with spiritual warfare and divine protection.

When to pray the Novena to Saint Michael the Archangel

The novena can be prayed at any time of year, especially when a person feels the need to ask for protection, defense, or spiritual strength. However, many faithful are accustomed to beginning it nine days before the feast of Saint Michael the Archangel...to conclude it with its celebration. According to local tradition, this commemoration can be celebrated on September 29 or, in some places, the May 8th.

What do you ask of Saint Michael the Archangel in a novena?

During the novena, the faithful often ask Saint Michael the Archangel for help in matters such as:

• Home and family protection.
• Defense against visible and invisible enemies.
• Strength against temptations and snares of evil.
• Inner peace and clarity in times of struggle.
• Help in serious difficulties.
• Spiritual covering in daily life.

That is why he is invoked as captain of the heavenly armies and one of the great protectors of the believing people.

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