The Prayer of Fortitude is a powerful invocation seeking divine strength, courage, and perseverance in times of challenge. Drawing from the Cardinal Virtue of Fortitude, this prayer asks for the spiritual and moral strength to face life’s difficulties with unwavering faith and determination. It emphasizes the development of inner resilience through divine grace.
Historical Context
Origin: Based on Catholic Cardinal Virtues tradition
Original Language: Multiple languages
Historical Usage: Personal and communal spiritual strengthening
Prayer of Fortitude
God,
We ask for your grace to work on developing
the Cardinal Virtue of Fortitude.
Help us to work hard;
to never give up even while knowing
it is very human to be tempted to quit.
Help us to persevere toward reaching our goals,
especially when they seem so far away.
Most of all Lord, help us to have courage
at all times to be persistent
in pursuing our goals with determination.
In your name we pray to grow in fortitude
while playing for the glory of God.
Amen.
Scripture Foundation
Prayer Usage Guide
Prayer Variations
The Prayer of Fortitude has several variations:
Cardinal Virtue Version:
Focusing on developing fortitude as a virtue.
Personal Courage Version:
Emphasizing individual strength and perseverance.
Communal Version:
Praying for collective strength and resilience.
Cultural & Historical Significance
The Prayer of Fortitude reflects the longstanding Christian tradition of seeking divine assistance in developing moral virtues. It draws from the classical understanding of fortitude as one of the four Cardinal Virtues, emphasizing its importance in spiritual and personal development.
