A Book of Pagan Prayer

By Ceisiwr Serith

There are many reference books on elaborate pagan rituals but never - until now - a guide to the most basic of practices: prayers and offerings. A Book of Pagan Prayer provides the pagan community a comprehensive and thoughtful selection of prayers - and shows readers how they too can create their own. After an introduction on why to pray, author Ceisiwr Serith explores how to pray through words, posture, dance, and music. He explains how to prepare for and compose prayers, how to address and honor the deities, and how to conclude a prayer. Serith also answers important questions, such as: Why should pagans pray? Should prayers be spontaneous? What are offerings about? Is all this just trying to buy the gods off? Gathered from many traditions - including Celtic, Germanic, Egyptian, Greek, and Zoroastrian - this guide includes nearly 500 sample prayers organized by purpose: for the family and household; times of the day, month, and year; life passages; thanksgiving, grace, and petition; as well as litanies and mantras. Whether offering a blessing, celebrating new life, safeguarding travel, or honoring the seasons, readers will discover timeless pagan prayers for worship, spiritual connection, and personal relationship with the gods.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Red Wheel Weiser
• Release date: Jun 1, 2002
• ISBN: 9781609255824

Reviews for A Book of Pagan Prayer

[Koku Rou · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As someone who's looking into Paganism and Wicca, many of the prayers in here really reached to me. Especially the ones with Cernunnos, especially the ones that speak of guidance and protection. 5/5, I only wish to own a physical copy of this, or at least a pocket sized version so I could read when I go into the military.

[EndreaPomya · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A beautiful book, it has really helped me connect to the Gods and create my own worship practices. It has beautiful prayer samples that I encorporate as well.

[Autumn Blackwood · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Lots of great prayers for a variety of occasions. I was very impressed with the amount of information presented in such a handy format.

[maghnus_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A really great book to have for research and review. For those just starting out on the Path it provides a lot of suggestions and examples that sets the mind at ease. This is one of those books you can slip into your pocket or bag and carry with you so that when you feel the urge you can fin something inside it to fit the situation or to adapt to the situation.A must have for Pagans.

[lkrough2 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Great book on the idea of prayer for those of pagan faiths. Gives explanations and examples of different types of prayers. Good for reference and a quick and easy read.

[tanith_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Modern Paganism focuses too much on magic and not enough on prayer and relationships to the Deities. Serith suggests how to approach the gods, and the theology/history behind prayer. Not only does he include lovely prayers for a variety of occasions and deities from different cultures but also gives tips on how to create your own prayers. It's also small and handy for traveling or ministry/public advocacy.Recommended to any Pagan, both beginners and advanced!