Prayers for Protection
Powerful prayers for protection: the Saint Michael prayer, prayers against evil, and prayers covering your family and home.
Asking God for protection is one of the oldest forms of prayer in Scripture. Psalm 91 opens: "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."
This collection gathers traditional prayers, like the Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel written by Pope Leo XIII, with prayers for protection over family, home, travel and the night.
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Pro Tutela2026-10-19
Prayer for Safe Travel: Catholic Prayers for the Road
A prayer for safe travel before you leave home, with short versions for flights and road trips, a prayer for loved ones on the road, and KJV verses.
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Pro Tutela2026-10-16
Prayer for a Family: Catholic Prayers for Your Home
A heartfelt prayer for a family, with short Catholic prayers for parents, children and the whole home, plus Bible verses and simple ways to pray together.
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Pro Tutela2026-10-08
Saint Michael Prayer: Full Text, Latin & Meaning
The Saint Michael prayer in full, as written by Pope Leo XIII, with the Latin text, a short version, its meaning, and how to pray it.
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Pro Tutela2026-09-09
Prayer for Protection from Evil
A prayer asking God to shield heart, home, and family from every form of evil and temptation.
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Pro Tutela2026-08-06
Prayer for Family Protection
A prayer asking God to guard and keep every member of the family safe in body and soul.
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Pro Tutela2026-08-06
Prayer for Protection
A general prayer asking God's protection over oneself, one's family, and one's home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most powerful prayer for protection?
Many Christians turn to Psalm 91 and the Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel. What matters is praying with trust, not finding special words.