How Do You Pray the Chaplet of the Baby in Prague?

By Robert Palmer

Do you know how to pray the Chaplet of the Infant Jesus of Prague? This beautiful prayer is a devotion to the Child Jesus that originated in Prague, Czech Republic. It is believed that this chaplet is powerful in obtaining favors and blessings through the intercession of the Holy Infant.

The Chaplet of the Infant Jesus of Prague consists of 15 beads, which are divided into three sets of five beads each. Each set represents one aspect of the childhood of Jesus – His Incarnation, His Hidden Life, and His Public Life.

To begin, hold the chaplet in your hands and make the Sign of the Cross:

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

The First Set: Incarnation

On the first bead, say:

O Jesus, born Virgin Mary’s Son,
Look upon us with mercy;
Thou who art Almighty God,
In every need we see Thee.

On each of the next four beads, say:

Holy Infant Jesus, bless us.
Sweetest Child Jesus, save us.
Baby Jesus, hear our prayers.
Sacred Infant, have mercy on us.

The Second Set: Hidden Life

On the sixth bead, say:

O Jesus, who didst love obedience,
In Thy sweet childhood’s years;
Help us to do Thy holy will
In all our doubts and fears.

Holy Infant Jesus, sanctify us.
Sweetest Child Jesus, enlighten us.
Baby Jesus, help us to pray.
Sacred Infant, teach us Thy ways.

The Third Set: Public Life

On the eleventh bead, say:

O Jesus, who didst love the poor,
Help us to comfort them;
Thou who art God of heaven and earth,
In every need befriend them.

Holy Infant Jesus, hear our petitions.
Sweetest Child Jesus, grant our requests.
Baby Jesus, forgive our sins.
Sacred Infant, come to our aid.

After the fifteenth bead, say:

O Holy Infant of Prague,
Blessed Virgin Mary’s Son,
Hear and grant my prayer
Unto Thy loving Heart.

Conclude with the following prayer:

O Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague!
I firmly believe in Thee;
I trust in Thee with all my heart.
I love Thee with all my soul.
O Most Gracious Infant!
Forgive me if I have sinned against Thee;
If I have offended Thee in any way,
Suffer me not to offend Thee again.
Give me strength to resist temptation;
Fill me with Thy grace

and make me truly holy.

Finish with the Sign of the Cross:

Note:

  • The Chaplet can be prayed on a regular five-decade rosary by repeating the above prayers for each decade.
  • This Chaplet can be prayed for nine consecutive days, especially as a novena for any special intention.
  • The Chaplet of the Infant Jesus of Prague can also be prayed in front of a statue or image of the Holy Infant.

In Conclusion

The Chaplet of the Infant Jesus of Prague is a beautiful and powerful prayer that can help us to grow closer to our Lord. Through this chaplet, we can meditate on different aspects of Jesus’ childhood and seek His intercession for our needs. May we always turn to the Holy Infant with childlike trust and devotion, knowing that He loves us unconditionally and desires to bless us abundantly.