"Pax intrantibus, salus exeuntibus" (or variably "Intrantibus pax, exeuntibus salus") is a Latin phrase that is often translated into English as "Peace to those who enter, good health to those who depart."[1] It often seen as an inscription at the entrances of Benedictine monasteries, schools, inns, on gates, and at the front door or vestibule of private homes.[2][3] Sometimes salus is translated as "salvation."[3]
On occasion, two additional words are added to the phrase, Benedictio habitantibus meaning "blessing on those who abide."[1]
Other variations on the phrase include: