Ladainha de Santa Rita

“Ladainha de Santa Rita” by Silvano e Convidados is a deeply spiritual and reverent song that serves as a litany, a form of prayer in the Christian tradition. The lyrics are a series of invocations and petitions directed towards Santa Rita de Cássia, a saint known for her intercession in seemingly impossible cases. The song opens with a plea for mercy from the Lord and Christ, setting a tone of humility and supplication. This is followed by repeated calls for the Holy Spirit's pity, emphasizing the need for divine intervention and grace.

Santa Rita is depicted as a powerful intercessor and a strong pillar of the Church. The lyrics highlight her role in protecting and guiding the faithful through her intercession. She is portrayed as a defender of the suffering, the oppressed, and those seeking protection. The song repeatedly asks Santa Rita to pray to God on behalf of the people, underscoring her importance as a mediator between the divine and the earthly.

The song also touches on Santa Rita's personal struggles and virtues. It mentions her combat against heresy, greed, and ambition, as well as her suffering at the hands of a heartless man. These references serve to humanize her, making her a relatable figure for those enduring hardship. The lyrics also celebrate her as a defender of the poor and the gravely ill, further solidifying her role as a compassionate and powerful advocate. The repeated refrain asking Santa Rita to intercede with God the Father reinforces the song's central theme of seeking divine help through the saint's intercession.

The song concludes with a plea for peace from the Lamb of God, tying the entire litany together with a final request for divine mercy and tranquility. This ending serves as a reminder of the ultimate goal of the prayer: to find peace and solace through faith and divine intervention.