It is you who will be talking to the gods. Be clear. Be careful in how you pray. Take care how you come before the gods. Give them your best. 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.
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Pagan Prayers and MoreBilling itself as the one and only collection of prayers for Pagans of any tradition, Ceisiwr Serith's A Book of Pagan Prayer includes prayers to Celtic, Egyptian, Zoroastrian and other deities. It is organized thematically, making it convenient to use if one is seeking prayers for specific occasions, seasons, times of day, meals or milestones.
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About the Author
In his 25 years as a Pagan, Ceisiwr Serith has been active in the Pagan community both as a writer and a presenter of workshops at Pagan gatherings. His interest in prayers and offerings grew naturally as the result of writing rituals for Wiccan covens, Druidic groves, and, of course, his book The Pagan Family. He has written several articles on Proto-Indo-European theology and Celtic and Druidic traditions for Enchante, The Druid's Progress, and Oak Leaves. Serith is a member of Arn Draiocht Fein, the nation's largest Druid fellowship, and a founding member of one of its groves.
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43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In this book, the reader is taken on a tour of not only the forms of prayer, but the reasons behind them. Numerous examples are given, giving the reader the option to use those that appeal to them straight out of the book, or to write their own based upon the forms demonstrated. In a market deluged with fluffy "How To's", this book is a delightful breath of fresh air. Rather than rehashing the same tired information over again, Mr. Serith focuses on helping the reader either begin or strengthen their relationship with the divine, regardless of which deity or deities the reader feels drawn to. Groundbreaking, and an easy and enjoyable read to boot.
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By L. D. Blair
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Given the scope of the endeavor, Mr Serith hits the mark very well. Try to imagine putting a prayer book together that will satisfy all Monotheists--Christians, Muslims, Jews, and Zoroastrians--and you will have some idea of what Mr Serith is trying to accomplish. Druids, Wiccans, solitaries, Greek & Norse Reconstructionists, Mystery Cult Reconstructionists, etc., don't exactly see eye-to-eye on many things. Mr Serith has walked a good middle path so as not to exclude or overemphazise any one neopagan cultus/tradition. I think this will be a great reference work for the average neopagan. Hopefully other books of this type will be forthcoming. I'm giving this book 4 stars to let the author know that he could improve on this product in future editions.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
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No matter what manner of Pagan you are, you will be pleased by this little book. Its handy size, tasteful dark green cover and easy-to-read typeface makes it a pleasure to hold and read. When you get through admiring the outside of the book, there are many treasures inside. There is a thorough discussion on the topic of prayer, why we pray, who we pray to, and how to compose a good prayer. Even if you think there is nothing new that can be said about the subject of prayer, you will think differently when you read this book. A Book of Pagan Prayer also contains a wealth of prayers suitable for many different occasions and events, beautifully and thoughtfully written. The best thing about the book, however, is that it will inspire you to compose some prayers of your own, and use them in your own worship and rituals. Dare I call this book an instant classic? I think I dare! You will enjoy the author's intelligent and gentle style throughout the prayer book. Spontaneous prayer is admirable, but a well-composed written prayer has goodness too, as this small book will teach you. Get two, so you will have one to give away.
Five well-deserved stars.
Five well-deserved stars.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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To begin with "Why and How We Pray" as a first part of the book is remarkable and truly makes this an outstanding addition to any Pagan's bookshelf. Many Pagans might first cringe at the word "prayer" but after absorbing 68 pages of background, the cringe will be gone, replaced by an eagerness to explore the "nearly 500" prayers layed out. There are prayers for the everyday and prayers for the exceptional, prayers alone and prayers for groups. Add tables of offerings and deities, a bibliography, and notes and the result is a superb book for Pagans and those who might be Pagan curious.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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This is a wonderful book for any Pagan to own. The prayers found in this book are very usable, practical, and easy to modify. Serith put a lot of thought and study into prayer, how and why we use/need it, as well as how to write prayers of your own.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Ravynfyre
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i have actually owned this book for 3 years before i really sat down to read it. It was given to me by an acquaintance who had found Jesus (it is funny my spell check doesn't know the word "Jesus"?) after 10 years of Wicca. She didn't want to burn her books, but she couldn't keep them. So this little green book has sat unread and unappreciated on my shelf for a long time.
The author has actually thought about and dissected the very idea of prayer from a pagan perspective. Everything from the spoken word tot he posture to the idea of the offering and all of the whys - not just the words and the hows are addressed and discussed. i don't like all of the prayers presented - some of them are completely not my style, and yet, the thought and effort that goes into each one of them, and the explanation given for every section, definitely makes this book a worthwhile purchase, and beyond a doubt a valuable and thought-provoking read.
The author has actually thought about and dissected the very idea of prayer from a pagan perspective. Everything from the spoken word tot he posture to the idea of the offering and all of the whys - not just the words and the hows are addressed and discussed. i don't like all of the prayers presented - some of them are completely not my style, and yet, the thought and effort that goes into each one of them, and the explanation given for every section, definitely makes this book a worthwhile purchase, and beyond a doubt a valuable and thought-provoking read.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This is a wonderful book! It's full of information for praying to the Gods and Goddesses, Spiritual Entities and Deities. It also introduces you to some that you may have never encountered. I think this is a great book for someone that is new to the religion and to those that have been following the path for quite sometime.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Trish Deneen
Format:Paperback
This book is a wonderful resource for Pagans from many different paths. Prayer hasn't been a strong point in the neopagan movement, but Mr. Serith explains clearly why it can be incredibly fulfilling.
He includes nearly 500 prayers for many occasions. He also encourages the reader to compose their own prayers and gives many ideas on how to do that. I have found this book to be invaluable when words fail me in my personal prayers and ritual construction. It always gets my creative juices flowing. He also explains the nature of offerings as being part of a reciprocal relationship with the gods.
It's compact like any other prayer book with appendices on offerings, deities and prayers by the first line.
He includes nearly 500 prayers for many occasions. He also encourages the reader to compose their own prayers and gives many ideas on how to do that. I have found this book to be invaluable when words fail me in my personal prayers and ritual construction. It always gets my creative juices flowing. He also explains the nature of offerings as being part of a reciprocal relationship with the gods.
It's compact like any other prayer book with appendices on offerings, deities and prayers by the first line.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good little book of prayers
I'm a poet myself but even I have my moments of writer's block. Writing prayers isn't easy (anyone who tells you it is? probably lying). Read more
Published 3 months ago by L. Bernier
5.0 out of 5 stars
My "go to" prayer book
Pagan of 10+ years here, this is a great prayer book for those just starting out in the faith or those experienced-it covers a lot of pantheons and offers a great general overview... Read more
Published 3 months ago by E.King
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice
Nice little book for beginner's, researchers of the Craft, and handy reference. I find myself reaching for it when I don't even seem to need it sometimes. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Michaela S. Putbres
1.0 out of 5 stars
Prayers are few and far between
This book contains very few actual prayers. It gives a history of prayer, why we should pray, and how to create your own. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Judith L. Hamilton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Valuable resource
I find this book an indispensible resource for my morning devotional prayers & for whatever comes up in-between, be it just a crummy day, knowing there'll be agressive traffic on... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Koni L. Briggs
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Book No Pagan or Wiccan Should Be Without!
An Absolutely PHENOMENAL Book filled with prayers for all occasions. Wonderful read many times through and a great book to add to your library!
Published 8 months ago by Kat2012
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's OK.....
After reading the ratings "Prayers Answered" by smilingpanther and "Prayer Suggestions" by Michael, I remember why I bought this book and then gave it away. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Shadowsmom42
5.0 out of 5 stars
More than I expected
This was alot more , than I thought it would be...I will be using this little book alot ....I think this book of pagan prayers could be used by anyone , whatever faith they... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Kitty
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wish I would have found sooner!!
I can't say enough about this book!! The author hit it right on for my personal needs. I am a solitary pagan with no mentor, completely self taught and all I have to rely on are... Read more
Published on May 23, 2011 by Ladystarfrog
5.0 out of 5 stars
Book of Pagan Prayors
Love it, love it, love... I have a library of Pagan Books but this one really stands out in the crowd. Read more
Published on April 23, 2011 by Bonsai Priest
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