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Indulgence of 1 year, each time; of 2 years, when said publicly after Mass or Benediction. — Pius VII, July 23, 1801; Pius IX, Aug. 8, 1847; Leo XIII, Feb. 2, 1897.

Reparation to the Holy Name of Jesus

WHEN we recall the blasphemies which ever have been, and are now more than ever, uttered against the holy and saving name of Jesus, it would seem unnecessary to suggest any form of reparation to those who love Our Lord, and who are animated with zeal for His glory. Nevertheless, even among such, a certain negligence will insinuate itself which, if not guarded against, will become habitual, until at length a coldness will gradually and almost imperceptibly take possession of hearts that once were loving and devoted. Let us suffer no occasion to pass of making reparation to that sacred name, for in doing so we shall console the Sacred Heart.

Act of Reparation to the Most Holy Name of Jesus

Jesus, admirable above all names, holiest of all that are holy, and sweeter than that of all names most beloved by men; I offer Thee the praise, adoration, love, and every kind of homage that has ever been offered Thee in heaven or upon earth, all that is now rendered Thee, and will be rendered Thee throughout eternity, in reparation for the blasphemies and the insults Thou receivest from the impious. I offer Thee the love with which faithful and consecrated souls constantly pronounce Thee with their lips and in their heart, the innocence with which little children lisp Thee, and the trusting confidence