Now that we have entered the Easter Season, the Regina Caeli is one of the four antiphons that can be chanted (or recited) to the Blessed Virgin Mary. This prayer is said during vespers or compline within the Liturgy of the Hours. It can also be prayed throughout the day, at the time when the Angelus is said outside of Easter.  

It is not fully known who is the original composer of the Regina Caeli, although there are a few traditions.

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