Tag Archives: Advent Calendar 2006
December 24 – A Christmas Blessing
The Lorenzkirche after the Second World War. Song 1: “Der aaronitische Segen” in “Die Lorenzer Motette in Nürnberg” by Der Windsbacher Knabenchor The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious … Continue reading
December 23 – A Blessing of Protection
Based on “Yggdrasil” by 8baller at stock.XCHANG. O Lord, grant that this night we may sleep in peace. And that in the morning our awakening may also be in peace. May our daytime be cloaked in your peace. Protect us … Continue reading
December 22 – A Silent Blessing
Based on “Bubbles” by criswatk at stock.XCHANG. May the stars carry your sadness away, May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, May hope forever wipe away your tears, And, above all, may silence make you strong. (Chief Dan George, … Continue reading
December 21 – An Islamic Blessing
Based on “Autumn Tree” by klemenv at stock.XCHANG. In the name of Allah, the beneficent, the merciful. Praise be to the Lord of the Universe who has created us and made us into tribes and nations, that we may know … Continue reading
December 20 – A Breton Blessing
Based on “Swedish Summer 2” by lezeppelin at stock.XCHANG. Dear God, be good to me; The sea is so wide, And my boat is so small. (A Breton fisherman’s prayer) (Click me! I am a song!) “Railoroad Blessing” by Sam … Continue reading
December 19 – A Blessing of Strength
Based on “Night Sky” by weirdvis at stock.XCHANG. Make me strong in spirit, Courageous in action, Gentle of heart, Let me act in wisdom, Conquer my fear and doubt, Discover my own hidden gifts, Meet others with compassion, Be a … Continue reading
December 18 – A Blessing of Sweetness
Based on “Field of Dreams” by lynnc at stock.XCHANG. May the wind blow sweetness, the rivers flow sweetness, the herbs grow sweetness, for the People of Truth! Sweet be the night, sweet the dawn, sweet be earth’s fragrance, sweet be … Continue reading