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THE POWER AND EFFECTS OF THE ST BENEDICT CROSS
The Cross of St. Benedict is very powerful to ward off all dangers of body and soul coming from the evil spirit. Saint Benedict used the Cross to dispel evil and exorcise demons. The cross of St Benedict is still the most used instrument used by exorcists to set the victims of demons free. Missionaries in pagan lands use this Medal with so great effect that it has been given the remarkable name, « The devil-chasing Medal. »
The Saint Benedict Cross is a constant reminder for Christians to reject evil temptations, strive to perform good works, exercise true charity and justice toward all. It is a reminder of Jesus calling to take up our Cross and follow him on the path of love, compassion and unity. To follow the « true King, Christ our Lord » and not the lord of culture and convention. To be on the side of justice and bring forth the Kingdom of God. The Medal Cross of St. Benedict must be blessed by a Benedictine Father, or by a priest especially authorized.
The St Benedict Cross, therefore, a powerful means:
- To destroy witchcraft and all other diabolical influences.
- To keep away the spells of magicians, of wicked and evil-minded persons.
- To impart protection to persons tempted, deluded or tormented by evil spirits.
- To obtain the conversion of sinners, especially when they are in danger of death.
- To serve as an armor in temptations against holy purity.
- To destroy the effects of poison.
- To secure a timely and healthy birth for children.
- To afford protection against storms and lightning.
- To serve as an efficacious remedy for bodily afflictions and a means of protection against contagious diseases.
- Finally, the medal of St-Benedict has often been used with admirable effect even for animals infected with plague or other maladies, and for fields when invaded by harmful insects.