Abortion is a terrible sin that cannot be atoned for. However, you can try to pray him before the Lord, as well as put in a word for the soul of an unborn child. The suffering woman, who understands the severity of her own sin, will be helped by special prayers, which should be read in accordance with church instructions. About who should be contacted in such cases, which ones to choose and how to read the prayers correctly, more in the article.
Why is prayer necessary after an abortion?
Most women after an abortion begin to regret perfect. They suffer and suffer from guilt, unable to accept their own weakness and error. In these cases, many turn to faith in order to find a way to atone for wrongdoing and get rid of the bitterness of the deed of the Lord.
Prayer after abortion is an important part of the purification of a woman after sin. She helps:
- to be cleansed of the filth of transgression;
- calm the soul and mind;
- return life to its former course;
- get rid of guilt;
- to rest in peace the soul of a murdered child;
- prepare the body for the gift of the child in the future;
- accept your misconduct and do not commit it anymore.
Without proper soaking, the severity of the sin of abortion can significantly affect the future life of a woman, and not for the better. Lack of repentance leads to:
- various diseases;
- mental disorders;
- the appearance of insomnia and visions;
- failures in business and work;
- lack of privacy;
- the inability to find love and start a family;
- loss of ability to bear and have a baby;
- renunciation of heaven.
The longer it takes to delay repentance, the more difficult it will be to atone for sin. Therefore, the clergy recommend that as soon as possible seek help from the church and heavenly forces.
How to read prayers after an abortion?
To pray for such a sin as abortion is not easy, so you should prepare for a long repentance.
Atonement for the sin of abortion consists of several stages:
- Appeal to the church.
- Ascension prayers of retribution.
- Final prayers.
Before proceeding to prayer, you must visit a church or temple in order to confess to a clergyman (priest, for example) and take communion. Only after performing these actions is it allowed to turn to the Lord. As a result of the conversation, based on the reasons for the act, physical well-being, as well as the moral and spiritual condition of the woman, the priest appoints an individual penance, which includes the necessary prayers. The length of prayer reading depends on the degree of remorse and sincerity of the sinner.
Then directly follows the prayer. There is a generally accepted prayer follow-up by all churches and temples in accordance with the canons of the sin of killing children in the womb, which consists of:
- the main prayer to the Lord in His Three Persons;
- troparia, voice 6;
- psalm of the 50th;
- the canon of murderers, read by both wives and their husbands, including two songs (1 and 3);
- sedalena, voice 6;
- songs from 4 to 9 inclusive;
- kondaka, voice 6, and icosa;
- final prayer service.
This prayer is uttered once directly in the church itself. Her reading is allowed, both by a woman who committed a sin and by a married couple, regardless of whether the husband participated in deciding whether or not to commit murder. A big plus will be if the husband takes part in a prayer in order to give his wife strength. Download the full version of the follow-up with repentance in abortion in Russian can follow the link.
The following are typically used as closing prayers:
- a prayer of thanks to the Lord and the Saints;
- prayer for the repose of the soul of the unborn child;
- canon to the holy martyrs of 14,000 babies.
Most often, the first two options are read, the third is used in church services. Among other things, the church strongly recommends that you do not skimp on good deeds in the process of soaking sins: helping the needy, bringing gifts to orphanages, and feeding stray animals.
Who to pray for?
Having solved the issue with the nuances, it's time to move on to the main task - the choice of a saint to whom you will appeal. If there is no opportunity or time to turn to the priest for help in this decision, then you can decide yourself.
After an abortion, litigation should be addressed to:
- To the Lord;
- Virgin Mary;
- St. Matrona;
- Jesus Christ.
The Guardian Angel is asking for the preservation of the soul of the deceased baby. There is also a liturgy that is read solely by the priest when a nonviolent miscarriage occurs in order to protect the child in heaven. In this case, a separate prayer is uttered to purify the female spirit to the Blessed Virgin.
Several saints are allowed to pray simultaneously, the main thing is to keep order and it is advisable to read the texts at different times of the day, indicated in the recommendations. However, there are a number of limitations that must also be adhered to.
During the period of supplication of sin is prohibited:
- engage in gluttony, abuse food and feasts;
- drink alcohol and smoke;
- indulge in carnal pleasures;
- arrange feasts and high-profile celebrations;
- resort to the help of outside forces (fortunetellers, sorcerers, witches).
To the Lord
Any prayer for the atonement of sin to God should begin with the prayer “Our Father”, as it is considered universal for both requests and repentance. In addition to the church or temple, the “red corner” is considered to be an ideal place for prayer, in which all the necessary icons are installed and a life-giving cross is present.
The sacred text is pronounced in a prayer position - on the knees with hands folded in front of the chest and eyes closed. Before reading it, one should clear the mind of outside thoughts and ensure complete silence in the house so that no one and nothing could interfere with the process. It is also recommended to tune in to the theme of sending to heaven, to feel remorse, but to avoid excessive manifestation of emotions.
To enhance the effect, you can light incense or wormwood in the room, and then read the words of the prayer:
“Our Father, bestowed life, all-seeing and all-knowing from heaven. The sorrow in my heart sank deep, my soul was flooded with guilt, I can’t either eat or sleep, I call upon them to repent. I pray for forgiveness and mercy, so that my painful sin can atone for. Lord, have mercy on me your sinful servant (name) for the act of those unwelcome and unnatural. Forgive me this sin for the murder of a child in the womb of the ruined, save and save. Glory to those, honor and worship is eternal. Until I live, I will not doubt righteousness, I will not commit evil, and I will not think about it. Now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen".
After praying, you should cross yourself three times and bow. On the last day of repentance after prayer, it is better to visit the church so that the priest performs the anointing with oil.
You can also add one more to the main prayer, read right after awakening:
“Lord! Have mercy on me and my child, in the womb of the slain. Grant souls healing and tranquility. Bless and save! Amen".
Of the Mother of God
In order to turn to the Most Holy Theotokos for redemption, it is necessary to bring home the icon of the Mother of God “Mourning for babies in the womb of the slain.” She is installed in the bedroom at the head of the side where the woman is sleeping, or vice versa.
The liturgy should be repeated every night for nine days, lighting a candle near the sacred image and pronouncing the text:
“The Blessed Mother, Mother of God the Light, for the children and family of the intercessor. I ask you for Your mercy, protection and help. Beg the Lord Almighty to let go of the sin of the Servant of God (name) for deliverance from the fruit graciously bestowed. I appeal for atonement, for forgiveness of God. I trust in you and your petition, I will not be afraid of the court until under your protection on earth and in heaven. Amen".
The candle must be allowed to burn out and after silence to remain silent.
Matron of Moscow
You can also apply to the Matron of Moscow in your own words. It is important that the words come from the heart and be filled with sincere emotions. A petition is made to Matrone in front of the icon or a small copy, the main thing is to use the correct beginning and end of the text, according to the rules of praise.
Sample text:
“Hail Matrona of Moscow, the intercessor of all suffering souls. Help the Servant of God (name) in the atonement of grave sin. Pray for me before the Lord, ask for forgiveness and blessing to be cleansed and get rid of this burden. I believe in you and your grace. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen".
A prayer service is repeated twice a day: in the morning and evening, for ten days, since it is a symbol of complete completeness, and therefore marks the end of repentance. Do not forget about the prayer of thanks, which is said once after the remission of sin. It is enough to light a candle at the icon of Matrona in the church, say: “I thank you, Matronushka, for your help and aiding in the difficult matter. Glory to you and greatness! Amen"and then bow.
Prayer to the Guardian Angel
They pray to the Guardian Angel, as the intercessor and protector of every soul existing and unborn, after reading all the necessary prayers for the specified period.
A prayer is read once, preferably in a church, with the words:
“Keeper of souls in heaven, protect me and my child, who has not appeared, who has not known life. Save and save him, grant peace and peace for tears and my faith. Present to the light of God. Amen!"
After completing the prayer, you should bow to every icon that protects the family and children that is present in the temple. It is also necessary to light a candle for the repose of a child's soul in heaven. Thus completing the atonement.
