Angelus
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The Angelus (Latin for "angel") is a Christian devotion in memory of the Incarnation. The name Angelus is derived from the opening words: Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariæ ("... the Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary ...") and is practised by reciting as versicle and response three Biblical verses describing the mystery; alternating with the salutation "Hail Mary!" The Angelus exemplifies a species of prayers called the prayer of the devotee.
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See also
- Annunciation
- Blessed Virgin Mary
- Catholic devotions
- Gabriel
- Marialis Cultus
- Rosary
- Seven Joys of Mary
- Seven Sorrows of Mary
- The Angelus painting by Millet
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