# Flos Carmeli Flower of Carmel, Tall vine blossom laden; Splendour of heaven, Childbearing yet maiden.None equals thee. Mother so tender, Who no man didst know, On Carmel’s children Thy favors bestow. Star of the Sea. Strong stem of Jesse, Who bore one bright flower, Be ever near us And guard us each hour, who serve thee here. Purest of lilies, That flowers among thorns, Bring help to the true hearts That in weakness turn; and trust in thee. Strongest of armor, We trust in thy might: Under thy mantle, Hard pressed in the fight, we call to thee. Our way uncertain, surrounded by foes, Unfailing counsel You offer to those; who turn to thee. O gentle Mother, Who in Carmel reigns, Share with your servants, that gladness you gained, and now enjoy. Hail, Gate of Heaven, With glory now crowned, Bring us to safety, Where thy Son is found, true joy to see. Amen. Holy Mary, Mother of Christ, hear the cry of your servants. And bring down heavenly aid, in answer to our prayer. Let us pray By a special privilege, Lord, you have adorned the Carmelite order with the name of your mother, the most glorious Virgin Mary. Grant as we faithfully remember this honor, that in these days we may receive her protection and in the days to come, we may be brought to everlasting happiness. This we ask of you who are living and reigning forever. Amen. --- <!-- prayer-nav --> --- ← [[exaudi-nos|Exaudi Nos (Hear Us, Lord)]] | [[carmelite-prayers| 🙏 Carmelite Prayers]] | [[for-breaking-the-wall-built-up-around-the-heart|Prayer for Breaking the Wall Built up around the Heart]] →