In the present issue of the Raccolta, brought up to date, the editor would claim for them and for himself, from all who use this book, a remembrance in their prayers. Microsoft Word - The Raccolta or Collection of indulgenced prayers and ... The Raccolta (literally, "collection" in Italian), is a book, published in many editions from 1807 to 1952, that collected the texts of Roman Catholic prayers and briefly described other acts of piety, such as visiting and praying in particular churches, for which specific indulgences were granted by popes.

Understanding the Context

The Raccolta : or, Collection of indulgenced prayers and good works by Vatican. Poenitentiaria apostolica Revised under Pope Pius XII, this official collection (raccolta) of the Church's prayers and devotions was published in English in 1957. It includes a timely supplement of additional prayers for many urgent needs all of which were composed under the same pontiff. The Raccolta: or Collection of Indulgenced Prayers.

Key Insights

With the Appendix of Indulgences granted by His Holiness Pius IX. from 1856 to 1866. Translated by Ambrose St. John, of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, Birmingham.

Final Thoughts

Title Page Approval of the Sacred Congregation Dedication to the Holy Souls in Purgatory Note on the Compiler This official collection (raccolta) of the Church's prayers and devotions was published in English in 1957. It includes a timely supplement of additional prayers for many urgent needs all of which were composed under Pope Pius XII. The Raccolta contains, arranged in convenient order, the prayers, novenas, pious practices, etc. to which general indulgences have been attached, as well as the decrees and rescripts granting the indulgences, and the conditions requisite for gaining them.