When deciding on an operation, anyone will worry about the result and worry about the professionalism of the surgeon. A beneficial effect on the doctor, a positive outcome and a successful process of any intervention can be a suitable prayer. About what prayers should be read, to whom, how and when, more in this article.
The power of prayer before surgery
Prayer before surgery is not just a guarantee of confidence in a successful outcome.
In addition to guaranteeing a safe outcome, it helps in the following:
- Soothes and gives hope.
- Provides the confidence and skill of the surgeon.
- Avoids unexpected situations and unnecessary reactions.
- It does not allow a large load on the body.
- Eliminates unwanted effects.
Such prayers are usually read by the whole family and relatives. This is done in order to strengthen the petition and increase the chances of its execution.
The patient himself for a successful outcome must go through three stages:
- Prayer the day before surgery.
- A petition before the process itself.
- Thanks after.
The main one is a prayer read before a surgical procedure. Moreover, it must be read within a week.
Who should pray before and after surgery, how to do it right?
When deciding to whom and which prayer service it is necessary to offer, do not worry about the right choice. Remember that you are asking the Saint to give your prayer to the Lord and to pray with you.
Therefore, you can appeal to several forces at once in turn:
- to the Mother of God;
- Nicholas the Wonderworker;
- Matrona of Moscow;
- Luka Krymsky.
Prayer before the operation itself should not be based on fear, but on faith in the Lord and hope for the best. Fearful litigation will not have the desired effect. You should also pray for the health of the doctor who will operate you.
The selected moleben is repeated daily for a week. If possible, it is preferable to visit the church several times, confess to the priest and take communion. You should bring a small cross or a copy of the icon with you to the operating room and keep it with you even at the end of the procedure.
God for a successful outcome
To beg the Lord for a successful outcome of the operation, you should turn to him with two prayers:
- the first is read in the days before surgery;
- the second directly at the beginning of the process.
The most popular prayer that can be read before the procedure is “Our Father”. This liturgy is used under any circumstances, calms and pacifies, and also helps to concentrate God's power and will on what is happening. It is repeated three times a day: in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening.
Once a day, you can say another prayer service:
“Our Lord Almighty, holy is your name, forever is your kingdom! Submissive (obedient) to the will of Yours, the Servant of God (Servant of God) (your name) prays for blessing and miracles, in order to protect them from unkind fate and give a good outcome in the coming event. Do not leave me, with the hand of the doctor’s hand (name of the surgeon) direct. Realize your will by his deeds. Amen".
After each reading, you must cross three times and bow three times. You can read both prayers daily, but it is undesirable, the Lord will already hear and heed the words. Immediately before the operation itself, after the administration of anesthesia, it is necessary to repeat:«Bless and save!".
Prayer to Luka Krymsky before the operation is many times stronger if close relatives repeat it. It is not necessary to memorize the text, the main thing is to put hope in healing and a successful outcome in it. You can download the full version of the prayer at this link.
The Blessed Virgin Mary about a successful operation
To the Most Holy Theotokos, a prayer before the operation is read separately for the icon, so that it goes well. You should also light an odd number of candles, kneel and say:
«Holy Mother of God, Protector of the clan and Intercessor! Do not give offense to the Servant of God (the Servant of God) (your name or the name of the patient) and do good healing! Take away the pains, heal the wounds, like a mother wrap yourself in blessings, love and your protection. Amen".
Cross, touch the bottom of the icon with your lips, repeat the action three times. If a prayer is read by a relative, then it is recommended that he call on the Mother of God with the prayer, "Virgin Mary, Rejoice ...". You can pronounce the sacred text before the operation and in its process in order to focus the attention of heavenly forces on what is happening.
Nicholas the Wonderworker
Do not forget about the great Saints who, during their lifetime, performed miracles, healed people and granted deliverance from troubles and torments. One of the most popular Saints is Nicholas the Wonderworker. Prayer to him before the operation can be done every night, kneeling by the bed and repeating:
“O all-holy servitor Nicholas, the intercession of the mourners, help the Servant of God (the Servant of God) (name) in our present life, plead with the Lord God, grant relief and tranquility, it is a blessing to complete and save from an unkind outcome. May the Most High desire to deliver me from torment. I offer this prayer for the glory of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and I trust in You, now and ever, and forever and ever. Amen».
They turn to the Miracle Worker, including with a prayer before the operation of a loved one:
“Miracle Worker Nikolai, the intercessor of the afflicted and the healer of all kinds of diseases, we pray you for a close and dear person. Rescue from trouble and save the Servant of God (the Servant of God) (name) from pain, intercede for him (her) before God and grant your blessing. Thy will be so! Amen».
Matron of Moscow
It is better to call with a request to Matron directly on the day of the operation itself in the morning, after reading other prayers. It is necessary to cross and read the words:
“Blessed Matrona, conducting through sorrows free of charge, hear my call and grant protection! I pray for parting words for my doctor (name of surgeon), for a firm hand and sound one already! I ask for your good deed, and beg the Lord to help me and to heal. Amen. Amen. Amen".
This prayer is considered accompanying to those that were read all week. It helps to focus divine energy and direct on the right path.
Prayer recovery after surgery
After the operation and reading of many different prayers, an equally important thing remains - reading a prayer of thanks. It is imperative to give thanks to heaven for help in order to consolidate the effect obtained, to avoid possible relapses and recover faster. Thanksgiving is read exclusively by the patient in solitude and by candlelight:
“Thank you, Lord God, Father Almighty! Thank you for your help (to cross yourself), for Your goodness (repeat the sign of the Cross), for Your favor (repeat the action). Thank you for your finger, for a true deed indicating (overshadow yourself with a cross), for medical wisdom, miraculous healing and future life happy and cloudless (cross yourself again). I will glorify Thee and Your Hierarchs now and with me. Amen".
You can also thank in your own words after the evening prayer rule.At the same time, it is important not to overdo it, but to thank briefly on the case. Do not forget to regularly wash your face (every three days) with holy water and attend church on Sundays for at least two months after the operation.
