Prayer for the Dead
Intercede for the souls in purgatory
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
How to Pray
Pray this prayer for deceased loved ones, especially during November and at funerals.
History
This prayer comes from the Roman Catholic funeral rite and has been used since ancient times.
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