The “Santa María, Madre de Dios” prayer is a key part of the Hail Mary or Ave Maria, which is a well-loved and frequently recited Catholic prayer. This part of the prayer specifically calls upon Mary, the Mother of God, asking for her intercession. Below is the complete Hail Mary in Spanish:
Ave María (Hail Mary) in Spanish
Dios te salve, María,
llena eres de gracia,
el Señor es contigo.
Bendita tú eres entre todas las mujeres,
y bendito es el fruto de tu vientre, Jesús.
Santa María, Madre de Dios,
ruega por nosotros, pecadores,
ahora y en la hora de nuestra muerte.
Amén.
This prayer is commonly said in the Rosary and reflects devotion to the Virgin Mary, asking her to pray on behalf of those reciting it, especially in times of need and at the hour of death. It acknowledges her special role as the Mother of God and as an intercessor for humanity.