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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 12 MIN

Latin Collect for the Lost (Deus Qui Errantibus) | FREE Latin Learning Guide (Audio Only)

from The Latin Prayer Podcast · host Dylan Drego

“Deus qui errantibus” is an ancient Latin collect dating back to the 6th century, prayed for the return of the lost. This episode explores Deus qui errantibus, a powerful collect from the Roman Rite, preserved nearly unchanged for over 1400 years. First appearing in the Verona Sacramentary around 561-574 AD and later in the Gelasian and Gregorian Sacramentaries, this prayer intercedes for those who have wandered from the truth, asking God to shine the light of His truth so they may return to the path. We reflect on its timeless relevance, especially in seasons like Advent, when many return to Mass. Beyond pleading for the conversion of others, this collect calls Christians to reject what is unworthy of Christ’s name and to strive after what glorifies Him. This episode includes a full line-by-line breakdown of the Latin, with etymological insights that deepen our understanding of its theological beauty and linguistic precision.   Help us restore sacred tradition and bring timeless prayers to new ears. Support our mission and gain access to our Latin learning guides, feast day resources, and audio devotionals.   Find the Free Latin Learning Guide on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/thelatinprayerpodcast   A huge thank you to my Patrons!     To follow me on other platforms Click on my LinkTree below. linktr.ee/dylandrego   Submit Prayer Requests or comments / suggestions: [email protected]   To Support FishEaters.com Click Here (  / fisheaters  )   Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:   Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn...   Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n...   Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l...   Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA...   15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...     Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.   May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.   God Love You!   Valete (Goodbye)       This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

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