Glory Be prayer

Glory Be prayer

Glory be to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,
world without end.
Amen.


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Q&A: Exploring the "Glory Be" Prayer

Q1: Is the Glory Be considered an ending prayer?

The Glory Be, or Gloria Patri in Latin, is often used as a concluding prayer. It is commonly recited at the end of psalms, hymns, and other prayers. Its purpose is to give praise to the Holy Trinity, marking the conclusion of a prayerful or worshipful moment.

Q2: What is the Latin equivalent of the Gloria prayer?

The Latin equivalent of the Glory Be is "Gloria Patri," which translates to "Glory to the Father." This Latin version is used in various liturgical settings, and its structure closely mirrors the English version.

Q3: Is the Glory Be prayer part of the Catholic Creed?

While the Glory Be is not directly part of the Catholic Creed, it is often recited during Catholic prayers and liturgical worship. The Creed, known as the Nicene Creed or the Apostles' Creed, expresses the foundational beliefs of the Christian faith, while the Glory Be focuses specifically on giving glory to the Holy Trinity.

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