The “Hail Holy Queen (Salve Regina)” is one of the most beloved Marian prayers in the Catholic tradition, dating back to the 11th century. Also known by its Latin name “Salve Regina,” this beautiful prayer honors Mary as our merciful Mother and Queen of Heaven. The prayer concludes each decade of the Rosary and is often prayed at the end of Compline (Night Prayer) in the Liturgy of the Hours. With its poetic language and heartfelt petition for Mary’s protection, the Hail Holy Queen offers comfort to the faithful seeking our Blessed Mother’s guidance on their journey toward eternal life with Jesus.
Hail Holy Queen (Salve Regina)
Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,
our life, our sweetness and our hope.
To thee do we cry,
poor banished children of Eve.
To thee do we send up our sighs,
mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, Most Gracious Advocate,
thine eyes of mercy toward us,
and after this our exile
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.