Christus Mansionem Benedicat

As today is Epiphany, I’ve once again used my piece of chalk which was blessed by our Rector to chalk the front door. This year it reads 20+C+M+B+24 - the numbers refer to the calendar year 2024 and the crosses to Christ. The letters C, M, and B stand for the traditional names of the biblical Magi (Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar), or alternatively for the Latin blessing Christus mansionem benedicat (may Christ bless this house).

“Bless, O Lord God almighty, this home, that in it there may be health, purity, the strength of victory, humility, goodness and mercy, the fulfillment of Your law, the thanksgiving to God the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. And may this blessing remain upon this home and upon all who dwell herein”.