St. Benedict Tank Top - Sanctus Co.

St. Benedict Tank Top

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A classic, all-purpose unisex tank. A timeless classic intended for anyone looking for great quality and softness.

The St. Benedict medal is a Catholic sacramental associated with protection against evil, resistance to temptation, and a holy death. Its central message is trust in Christ’s Cross, with St. Benedict’s intercession.

When blessed, it serves as a sacred sign that draws us toward God through the Church’s prayer. Its power comes from God; wearing it does not automatically guarantee protection. That distinction follows the Catechism’s teaching on sacramentals and superstition (CCC 1670, 2111).

The letters are initials of Latin prayers:

Letters Latin Meaning
C S P B Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti The Cross of our 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

The dragon represents Satan.

Around the edge is a further prayer:

Vade retro Satana! Nunquam suade mihi vana! Sunt mala quae libas. Ipse venena bibas!

Its meaning is: Begone, Satan; do not tempt me with empty things. What you offer is evil; drink your own poison.At the top, PAX means peace. The firm rejection of evil serves the goal of living in Christ’s peace.

You can have the medal blessed by a priest or deacon, then wear it, attach it to your rosary, or keep it in your home. A fitting way to use it is to pray its words consciously when tempted: “May the holy Cross be my light.” The medal makes that commitment tangible in daily life.



• 100% combed and ringspun cotton
• Tri-blends are 50% polyester/25% combed/25% ringspun cotton/rayon
• Side-seamed, unisex sizing
• Sizes - XS-2XL

Size guide

  XS S M L XL 2XL
Body Length (inches) 26 27 28 29 30 31
Body Width (inches) 16 ¼ 18 ¼ 20 ¼ 22 ¼ 24 ¼ 26 ¼