The Little Office Of The Blessed Virgin Mary and The Office of the Dead
Looking for a deeper prayer life? A beautifully re-typeset devotional prayer book honouring the Blessed Virgin Mary through the Church’s ancient prayer.
Includes the Little Office and Office of the Dead in a compact, readable Latin-English format.
The Little Office Of The Blessed Virgin Mary and The Office of the Dead
$44.00
Product Description
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The Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a cherished form of prayer that has accompanied the faithful for centuries, offering a simpler and more accessible pattern of the Church’s liturgical prayer.
This edition presents the text of the 1915 Benziger Brothers version, updated with revised punctuation and slight rewording for clarity, while retaining the reverence and character of the traditional office. With Latin and English printed on facing pages, it is designed to be eminently readable, beautifully ordered and affordable for daily devotion.
A Prayer Book Loved by the Saints
For centuries, the Little Office has been cherished by generations of Catholics seeking a structured and deeply spiritual prayer life. Saints including St Catherine of Siena, St Bridget of Sweden, St Vincent Ferrer and St Louis IX of France are among those who prayed this timeless devotion.
Drawing heavily from the Psalms and the Church's liturgical tradition, the Little Office offers a rich rhythm of prayer that can accompany you throughout the day, helping to keep your heart and mind focused on God.
Why You'll Love This Edition
- Latin and English texts presented on facing pages, printed in traditional red and black text
- Based on the traditional 1915 Benziger Brothers edition
- Revised in accordance with the 1961 Roman Breviary
- Beautifully re-typeset for improved readability
- Includes both the Little Office and the Office of the Dead
- Compact and portable format for daily use
- Gold foil stamped black softcover with rounded corners.
This little office is designed to support steady, prayerful use without feeling overwhelming. Its facing-page format helps the reader move gently between Latin and English, while the clear re-typesetting and measured presentation reflect the calm rhythm of devotional prayer. It is the kind of book that encourages regular use, whether in quiet moments at home or as part of a more established prayer life.
Its scriptural richness, Marian focus, and centuries-old tradition make it an ideal companion for personal devotion, spiritual growth and daily prayer.
The Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a form of prayer that honours Our Lady through the Church’s canonical hours, offering praise, petitions and psalms in a structured devotional rhythm. It has been valued for its simplicity and its deep Marian spirit, helping the faithful draw closer to the Blessed Virgin through regular prayer. It is a gentle and steady way to sanctify the day and remain mindful of Mary’s place in the life of the Church.
This prayer book is a thoughtful gift for anyone with a devotion to Our Lady, including religious, clergy, lay faithful, RCIA candidates and those building a deeper prayer life. It is especially suitable for birthdays, feast days, ordination gifts and Catholic women and men who appreciate traditional devotional books. Its compact size and affordable presentation also make it a practical gift for everyday use.
- Contents: Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Office of the Dead.
- Text source: 1915 Benziger Brothers edition.
- Format: Latin and English facing pages.
- Layout: Completely re-typeset.
- Printing: Red and black text.
- Size: 10 × 15 cm
- Length: 264 pages.
- Cover: Gold foil stamped black flexible softcover with rounded corners.
- A Marian rosary.
- A scapular of Our Lady.
- A devotional candle.
- A small crucifix for prayer space.
More than a prayer book, the Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary is an invitation to participate in a centuries-old tradition of Catholic devotion. Through its psalms, prayers and hymns, it helps unite your daily prayer with the worship of the Church and the countless faithful who have prayed these words before you.
A treasured resource for anyone seeking to grow in prayer, devotion to Our Lady and the rich spiritual heritage of the Catholic faith.
