Blessings for Pagan Children
Bedtime Prayers
Blessings for the Small Ones
May the morning sun kiss your brow,
and the wind whisper your name in joy.
May the earth cradle your steps in green,
and the rain sing you gentle lullabies.
May the moon keep your dreams in silver,
and the stars guard your sleep with light.
May the rivers teach you patience,
and the trees teach you to grow strong and kind.
Child of sky, child of stone, child of flame,
you are woven of wonder and breath.
Walk in beauty, speak in truth,
and know you are loved by all that lives.
Little Light of the World
Little light that shines so near,
Guide my dreams and keep me clear.
Moon above and stars that glow,
Show me paths I long to know.
Earth below, so warm and deep,
Hold me gently while I sleep.
Wind that hums a lullaby,
Carry whispers through the sky.
Bless my heart and bless my home,
Guard me wherever I may roam.
When the morning sun does rise,
Wake me with your golden skies.
Blessing of the Four
North, strong mountain, keep me still,
East, bright sunrise, grant me will.
South, warm fire, guard my heart,
West, cool waters, dreams impart.
Circle round me, safe and sound,
Love and laughter all around.
Mother Earth and Father Sky,
Watch me with your gentle eyes.
Star-Kissed Slumber
Moonbeam silver, soft and bright,
Wrap me in your gentle light.
Stars like lanterns, high and far,
Guide my dreams where wonders are.
Roots of Earth, so deep and kind,
Hold my heart and calm my mind.
Breezes hum through midnight air,
Carrying songs of love and care.
Bless my rest till dawn’s first hue,
When sky turns gold and day feels new.
Keep me safe through shadowed hours,
Guarded by your ancient powers.
Prayer of the Four Winds
North, wise stone, so strong and true,
Lend me courage in all I do.
East, bright dawn, with colors wide,
Fill my heart with joy inside.
South, warm flame, with dancing cheer,
Keep my spirit free from fear.
West, cool tide, with gentle grace,
Bring sweet dreams to fill this space.
Circle of life, both near and far,
Hold me close beneath each star.
Mother Earth and Father Sky,
Watch me with your timeless eyes.
Prayer to the Mother Goddess
Blessed be the mother goddess, by all her many names.
May she bless my family and friends.
May she bless the animals of the world,
and all people everywhere.
Moon Prayer to Diana
Diana, Goddess of the moon,
Shining in the sky above,
Bathe me in your magical light,
And protect me with your love.
Simple Goddess Prayer
Mother of all things, watch over me tonight,
Hold me in your arms, until the morning light.
Bedtime Prayer to the God
Bedtime Prayer Honoring the Horned God
The Horned God runs in the night,
And hunts among the stars,
May he watch over and keep us safe,
No matter where we are.
Simple Prayer to the God
Lord of night, welcome me as I sleep.
Guide me in the darkness,
and protect me as I dream.
More Pagan Kids Bedtime Prayers
Goodnight Earth
The earth is big and fat and round,
I love the sky, the sea and the ground,
I love the birds and dogs and sheep,
and all the animals that fall asleep,
I love the flowers and rocks and trees,
I love the earth, and it loves me.
Fantasy Bedtime Prayer for Kids
Now I lay down in my bed,
And pull the covers up to my head.
I'll dream of dragons and fairies bright,
And pixies and wizards and elves tonight.
I'll dream of some sort of magical place,
and wake with a smile upon my face.
Psalm to Gaia
The Earth is my Mother, I shall not want.
She nurtures me in green pastures;
she freshens me with flowing waters.
She restores my body and awakens my soul.
Although I walk in the shadow
of changing seasons and passing time,
I will not fear death,
for the essence of life is within me,
the peace and beauty of Earth comfort me.
She teaches me to harvest her abundant gifts,
she fills my heart with compassion,
I drink from the cup of simple pleasures.
As I look to the skies with wonder
at the immensity of the universe,
I know I am blessed beyond measure
to live all the days of my life
in the bountiful house of Gaia.
Bedtime Prayer
Sleep, little one, in the comforting night
that spreads like a blanket over your bed.
The Goddess is waiting to guide you to sleep
in her arms that are ready to rock you so gently.
The God stands by, watching to keep you from harm,
to lay his cool hand on your head as you sleep.
Sleep, little one, in the gathering dark,
wrapped in the love of your Mother and Father,
wrapped in the love of your mother and father.