Stella Maris means Star of the Sea and it is another name for Mary, the mother of Jesus. Sailors used to solely rely on the stars for navigation and the North Star went by the name Stella Maris. This name was given to the North Star to guide sailors on their journey just as Mary prays for and guides souls to one day join her son in Heaven. We ask Mary to pray for us so that we may be guided to the heart of Jesus especially during a stormy time of life. Hail, bright star of ocean, God's own Mother blest, Ever sinless Virgin, Gate of heavenly rest, Taking that sweet Ave, Which from Gabriel came, Peace confirm within us, Changing Eva's name, Break the captive's fetters, Light on blindness pour, All our ills expelling, Every bliss implore, Show thyself a Mother, May the Word divine, Born for us thine infant, Hear our prayers through thine. Virgin all excelling, Mildest of the mild, Freed from guilt preserve us, Meek and undefiled, Keep our life all spotless, Make our way secure, Till we find in Jesus, Joy forevermore. Through the highest heaven to the almighty Three, Father, Son, and Spirit one same glory be. Amen. This prayer is not worship, but a way for all Christians to honor the Blessed Mother just as Jesus honored and loved her. She prays for us and brings our prayers to Jesus as only the Holy Trinity can answer them. 14K Solid Yellow Gold Chain Length: 9" Dangle Size: 11.7 mm x 9.6 mm
