Exorcism of Pope Leo XIII for Priests and Laity

[mattheus09]

Is the Simple Exorcism of Pope Leo XIII for Priests and Laity allowed to be said by the Laity? I’ve heard some say yes and some say no. It is in my Angelus Missal.

 

[Caesar]

Yes, I use it all the time. It is not for the exorcism of persons of course- only priests, with the consent (and power) of their bishops may use the solemn exorcisms of the Rituale Romanum- but you can use it around your home.

 

[cam100]

I remember reading that the laity were not supposed to use prayers that involve speaking to the devil. From what I recall reading, it is OK to ask God to dismiss the devil, but not to do it yourself. I don’t know much abut the topic, but here’s a piece I found: saint-mike.org/Apologetics/QA/Answers/Spiritual_Warfare/981006Brenda.html

Perhaps someone more knowledgable about this would like to read this short summary and comment on it?

 

[joanofarc3]

Yes we can use it. Usually when this prayer is printed it comes with directions, in an insertion, for the laity, and I believe one phrase is left out as it applies only to a priest/bishop. Where the crosses are, the priest/bishop makes the Sign of the Cross over the person, as in a blessing, whereas we simply make the “regular” Sign of the Cross.

 

[Ora_et_Labora_1]

Given certain circles some family members of mine frequent, a priest told me to pray this for them. I’m a bit scared though, given that a friend of mine (who is a very non-nonsense person) prayed this in her home and strange things began to happen afterwards). Is it safe?

 

[cam100]

Given certain circles some family members of mine frequent, a priest told me to pray this for them. I’m a bit scared though, given that a friend of mine (who is a very non-nonsense person) prayed this in her home and strange things began to happen afterwards). Is it safe?

The link above no longer works, but here is an updated link that may address your question.

saint-mike.org/qa/sw/viewanswer.asp?QID=485

and another…

saint-mike.org/qa/sw/viewanswer.asp?QID=635

 

[archangel04]

Thrread is over 3 years old, just start a new one.

 

[Shin]

Just to note, here’s a followup thread that shows a **considerable **change of opinion.

saint-mike.org/qa/sw/viewanswer.asp?QID=1143

If you have troubles that rise to this level, get some properly blessed St. Benedict medals at the least.

 

[Ora_et_Labora_1]

Thanks.