Devotion
The Infant Jesus of Prague
Devotion to Christ
A devotion to the childhood of Christ centered on the venerated image of the Holy Infant enshrined in Prague, honoring his kingship and his humble humanity.
Background
The wax image was given to the Discalced Carmelites of Prague in 1628; devotion to the Infant King spread worldwide, with promises of grace attached to honoring the Child Jesus.
How to practice
Honor the Infant Jesus with confidence in his providence, often praying the chaplet or novena of the Infant of Prague and crowning the image; many keep an image of the Holy Infant in the home as a sign of trust in his royal generosity.
