Circular Saint Benedict Medal, 3/4" (2 cm), Made in Italy
Keep a reminder of faith and prayer close with this circular Saint Benedict medal, made in Italy. Saint Benedict appears on one side, with the Saint Benedict Cross and its traditional prayer inscriptions on the reverse.
Saint Benedict is honoured as a patron saint of Europe, students, monks and monastics, and schoolchildren, as well as of a happy death. He is also traditionally invoked for protection against witchcraft, temptation, and evil. This medal offers a meaningful reminder to remain steadfast in faith and seek God's guidance through prayer.
This metal medal measures 3/4" (2 cm) in diameter. Add it to your own chain or devotional project, or share it as a thoughtful Catholic gift for Confirmation, First Communion, or someone devoted to Saint Benedict. Medal only, chain not included.
Saint Benedict feast day: July 11.
Meaning of the Saint Benedict Cross inscriptions
- C.S.P.B., Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti, “The Cross of Holy Father Benedict.”
- C.S.S.M.L., Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux, “May the Holy Cross be my light.”
- N.D.S.M.D., Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux, “May the dragon never be my guide.”
- V.R.S., Vade Retro Satana, “Begone, Satan!”
- N.S.M.V., Non Suade Mihi Vana, “Do not tempt me with vain things.”
- S.M.Q.L., Sunt Mala Quae Libas, “What you offer me is evil.”
- I.V.B., Ipse Venena Bibas, “Drink your poison yourself.”
Mix and match eligible medals to save. Choose any combination of eligible designs: 1–9 medals, $1.75 each; 10–24 medals, $1.50 each; 25 or more medals, $1.35 each. Savings apply automatically at checkout.
Item Code: 51645