The Jesus Prayer
"Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner."
The Jesus Prayer is not intended for mindless or empty repetition. Rather, it is to be prayed with a heart fixed on Christ—contemplating His mercy, His life, His passion, and His saving work for us. It should not be reduced to a mere meditative exercise, but embraced as a genuine invocation of our Lord in faith and devotion.
Jesus Prayer Counter
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
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How to Pray the Jesus Prayer
The Prayer
"Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner."
Breathing Rhythm
Breathe In
"Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God"
Breathe Out
"have mercy on me, a sinner"
Traditional Counts
33
Years of Christ's life
50
Rosary decade count
100
Century of prayer
Prayer Rope Tradition
Traditionally prayed with a prayer rope (chotki or komboskini), the Jesus Prayer is central to Eastern Orthodox spirituality. The physical counting helps maintain focus and rhythm while allowing the prayer to descend from the mind to the heart.
Tip: Start with shorter sessions and gradually increase. The goal is not speed but sincere, heartfelt repetition that becomes as natural as breathing.
The Heart of Eastern Spirituality
The Jesus Prayer, also known as the Prayer of the Heart, is a cornerstone of Eastern Orthodox and Catholic mystical tradition. This ancient prayer combines the invocation of Christ's name with a plea for mercy, creating a pathway to contemplative union with God. Many find it becomes a continuous prayer that accompanies them throughout their daily activities.