Philippe Posted June 19, 2004 Share Posted June 19, 2004 when we say "Lord have Mercy" "Christ have Mercy" "Lord have Mercy" are we supposed to strike our breast because i see people doing that and i think it said so im the missal. if so what does it signify and why would we do it? THanks - Philippe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pio Nono Posted June 19, 2004 Share Posted June 19, 2004 JMJ 6/19 - Immaculate Heart of Mary lifeteener, The striking of the breast with the right hand is only required during the line in the Confetior (I confess...) which goes, "that I have sinned through my own fault". The striking of the breast was a common gesture amongst Biblical cultures (and still is amongst many cultures today) that basically means, "What I say is absolutely, undeniably true." Hope this helps. Yours, Pio Nono Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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