Ireland’s rich heritage offers profound comfort through traditional blessings. Here are 20 heartfelt Irish blessings for funerals and memorial services
Traditional Irish Funeral Blessings
May you have favorable conditions as you journey along.
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.
May you be in heaven a half hour before the devil knows you’re dead.
May God hold you in the palm of His hand
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam” (May his/her soul be on the right hand of God)
May God give you strength and courage.
May His peace surround you.
May love and laughter light your way
May happiness guide you
May God’s blessings be upon you
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May your heart stay joyful
May your spirit stay strong.
May God hold you close.
May angels watch over you.
May you rest peacefully.
Modern Irish Funeral Blessings
May memories comfort you.
May love surround you.
May peace envelop your heart.
May sorrow gradually fade.
May cherished moments remain.
Short Irish Blessings
May God bless and keep you.
May peace be yours.
May love guide you.
May blessings surround you.