Prayer of St. Ignatius (Suscipe)
A prayer of complete offering to God from St. Ignatius of Loyola
The Suscipe is the prayer of total surrender from St. Ignatius of Loyola: Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding and my entire will. It sits at the end of his Spiritual Exercises, after long reflection on God's love. It is a demanding prayer, so read it slowly and pause on each word. It does not ask you to feel anything. It asks you to hand over your whole self to a God who gives love and grace.
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Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will — all that I have and call my own.
You have given all to me. To you, Lord, I return it.
Everything is yours; do with it what you will. Give me only your love and your grace, that is enough for me.
Amen.
ABOUT THIS PRAYER:
The Suscipe is found at the end of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491–1556), founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). It is considered one of the most profound prayers of self-offering in the Catholic tradition.
It expresses the desire to give everything back to God — our freedom, our intellect, our will — asking only for His love and grace in return.
Frequently asked questions
When should I pray the Prayer of St. Ignatius (Suscipe)?
Pray it at the end of a retreat, at a major decision or any time you want to renew your surrender.
How do I pray the Prayer of St. Ignatius (Suscipe)?
Read it slowly, one phrase at a time, and pause after each gift you offer.
Who is the Prayer of St. Ignatius (Suscipe) for?
Anyone seeking to give themselves to God, including retreatants and people discerning a vocation.
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