What is St. Charbel known for?
Feast Day: July 24
Patron of: Lebanon, monks, healings, family unity
About St. Charbel
St. Charbel Makhlouf (1828–1898) was born Youssef Antoun Makhlouf in a small village in modern‑day Lebanon. At age 23 he entered the Lebanese Maronite Order at the Monastery of St. Maron and took the name Charbel, after a 2nd‑century martyr. Known for his intense asceticism, Charbel spent 16 years in communal life before retreating to a hermit’s cell, where he lived 23 years of silent prayer, manual labor, and Eucharistic adoration.
Despite his obscurity in life, reports of miraculous healings at his tomb began soon after his death. He was canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1977. St. Charbel’s life of solitude and holiness continues to draw pilgrims seeking spiritual renewal and physical healing through his intercession.
Who is Saint Charbel?
Saint Charbel Makhlouf was a Lebanese Maronite monk and priest known for his deep prayer life and hermit existence. He is one of the most powerful intercessors in the Catholic Church for miracles and healing.
When is the best time to pray the St. Charbel Novena?
The traditional period is July 15–23, ending on his feast day of July 24. However, you can start the novena any day of the year when you need urgent help.
What is Saint Charbel the patron saint of?
He is the patron saint of Lebanon. He is also widely invoked for healing (body and soul), impossible causes, monks, hermits, and family unity.
Why is St. Charbel known for miracles?
Since his death, more than 30,000 miracles have been reported at his tomb in Annaya, Lebanon. Many involve dramatic healings even after doctors gave up hope. His incorrupt body and the healing oil that flowed from it are well-documented.
Can I pray this novena for someone else?
Yes! You can pray it for your own intentions or on behalf of family members, friends, or anyone in need of healing or God’s help.
Do I need to be Catholic or Maronite to pray to St. Charbel?
No. People from all backgrounds and Christian traditions pray to him and receive graces through his intercession.
What if my prayer is not answered the way I expect?
Trust in God’s will. St. Charbel always brings graces — sometimes the exact favor requested, sometimes something even better according to God’s plan.
St. Charbel Bekaakafra, Lebanon
| Novena Begins: | July 15 |
| Feast Day: | July 24 |
Day 1 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Charbel Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God infinitely Holy and glorified in your saints, who inspired the monk and hermit St. Charbel to live and die in a perfect likeness to Jesus, giving him the strength to detach from the world in order to live fully, in his hermitage, the monastic virtues of poverty, obedience and chastity, we beg you to grant us the grace to love you and serve you as he did.
(Mention your request here…)
Lord Almighty, who has demonstrated the power of the intercession of St. Charbel by many miracles and favors, grant our volunteers the grace of living a beautiful mission and returning home firm in faith, filled with fiery charity. We beseech you by his intercession.
Amen
St. Charbel, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
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