An Irish Prayer

[MommasCooCoo]

This Irish prayer is attributed to Saint Patrick and often referred to as the "breastplate" of St. Patrick--words that shield.

I arise today
Through the strength of heaven;
Through God's strength to pilot me;
God's might to uphold me,
God's wisdom to guide me,
God's hand to guard me.

Afar and anear,
Alone or in a multitude.

Christ shield me today
Against wounding:

Christ with me,
Christ before me,
Christ behind me,

Christ on my right,
Christ on my left,

Christ beneath me,
Christ above me,
Christ in me.

I arise today
Through the mighty strength
Of the Lord of Creation.

 

[onyourterms]

Mar. 17, 2009 at 12:10 PM

This is so cool! Thanks for sharing!!

[sophiesmom07]

Mar. 17, 2009 at 12:36 PM

i love it!  Happy St. patty's day!