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Why do Catholics Strike Their Breast at Mass
Why Do Catholics Strike Their Breast at Mass? “Through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault…” We say these words during the Confiteor at Mass while striking our breast—but have you ever wondered why? This small Catholic gesture has deep biblical roots. In Luke 18:13, the tax collector beats his breast and prays, “O God, be merciful to me, a sinner.” Jesus tells us that this humble man went home justified before God. In this episode of The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns, we uncover what this gesture really means. It isn't about shame or believing we're unworthy…
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