48 Irish Blessings
Share these Irish Blessings with others. You will find blessings to start a day, birthday blessings, funny ones to make you smile, and the famous blessing of may the road. Plus friendship, home, retirement, and happiness blessings.Table of Contents
- Irish Blessings For Every Day
- Irish Blessing For St Patrick's Day
- Irish Christmas Blessing
- Irish Birthday Blessing
- Irish Blessing Funeral
- Funny Irish Blessing
- Irish Friendship Blessing
- Irish Home Blessing For Your House, New Home
- Irish Retirement Blessing
- Irish Blessing For Daughter
- Irish Goodnight Blessing
- Irish Blessing For Happiness
- Frequently Asked Questions
The Irish have a way with words and their blessings have been passed down from generation to generation. They are full of wisdom and good wishes. A blessing is great to share any time of the year or for special occasions. People also share these blessings on St. Patrick's Day. Whatever your reason for looking for a blessing may you find these Irish Blessings be ones that inspire and encourage you. You may also find inspiration in these
By Catherine Pulsifer - Updated September 19, 2024
Poems About Life /
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May fortune always linger on your path,
Blessing all who journey by your door,
May your joy be found by helping others,
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Always remember to forget
The things that made you sad.
But never forget to remember
The things that made you glad.
Always remember to forget
The friends that proved untrue.
But never forget to remember
Those that have stuck by you.
Always remember to forget
The troubles that passed away.
But never forget to remember
The blessings that come each day.
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May the sun be warm and kind to you;
The darkest night some star shine through;
The dullest morn a radiance brew;
And when dusk comes-God's hand to you!
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May you have love that never ends,
Lots of money, and lots of friends.
Health be yours, whatever you do,
And may God send many blessings to you!
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May your heart be filled with Thanksgiving
May your home be one of giving
May your wealth be shared with others
And may you walk beside your brothers.
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Good Morning Poems -
May health and happiness be sent
As we move forward with each event
May we never forget our roots so true
An Irish blessing for me and you
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Whenever there is happiness
Hope you'll be there too,
Wherever there are friendly smiles
Hope they'll smile on you,
Whenever there is sunshine,
Hope it shines especially
For you to make each day
For you as bright as it can be.
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May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
The rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand. -
May the good Saints protect you
And bless you today
And may trouble ignore you
Each step of the way.
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May God be with you and bless you,
May you see your children's children,
May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings.
May you know nothing but happiness
From this day forward.
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Irish blessings flow like a stream,
May your days be full of joy and gleam.
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May love and laughter always stay,
Guiding you in life's cherished way.
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May the winds of March be gentle on your face,
May the rainbows that follow bring you grace.
May your days be filled with joy and cheer,
And may you find luck in every endeavor.
Irish Blessings
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In the New Year,
may your right hand always be stretched out in friendship
and never in need.
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Wishing joy and good fortune too,
On Saint Patrick's Day for you.
May rainbows stretch far as the eye can see,
Bringing prosperity to you and to me.
May the luck of the Irish come true in full measure,
Forever abounding with endless treasure! -
May good luck be with you
Wherever you go,
And your blessings outnumber
The shamrocks that grow.
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May the love and protection
Saint Patrick can give
Be yours in abundance
As long as you live.
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Here's to the land of the Shamrock where Irish hearts are true
Here's to our blessed Saint Patrick but most of all, here's to you.
Irish Toast -
And like the good Saint Patrick, may your home and life be blessed with all God's special favors that make you happiest.
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May the blessings and love of Saint Patrick fall on yourself, on your home, on your dear ones, and all.
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May the Blessings of Christmas be with you,
May the Christ Child light your way,
May God’s holy angels guide you,
And keep you safe each day. -
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May age never bother you
May your life be full
May you celebrate each day
Living the Irish way. -
May you live as long as you want
And never want as long as you live!
May you live to be a hundred years,
With one extra year to repent.
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When your eyes shall be closing
And your mouth be opening
And your senses be slipping away
When your heart shall grow cold
And your limbs be old
God comfort your soul that day.
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God grant me a sense of humor, Lord,
The saving grace to see a joke.
To win some happiness from life.
And pass it on to other folk.
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Health and long life to you
The wife of your choice to you
A child every year to you
Land without rent to you
And may you be half-an-hour in heaven
Before the devil knows you're dead!
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May the litt of Irish laughter
Lighten every load,
May the mist of Irish magic
Shorten every road,
May you taste the sweetest pleasures
That fortune ere bestowed,
And may all your friends remember
All the favors you are owed!
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Famous Friendship Poems
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A special Irish blessing
From the heart of a friend -
May good fortune be yours,
May your joys never end.
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Wishing you a rainbow
For sunlight after showers -
Miles and miles of Irish smiles
For golden happy hours -
Shamrocks at your doorway
For luck and laughter too,
And a host of friends that never ends
Each day your whole life through!
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May you always have these blessings
A soft breeze when summer comes,
A warm fireside in winter,
And always the warm soft smile of a friend.
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May this home and all therein be blessed with God's love.
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May your home
May beauty of your home be Order:
May the blessing of your home be Contentment:
May the glory of your home be Hospitality:
May the crown of your home be Godliness:
May the foundation of your home be Love.
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May the grace of God's protection
And his great love abide
Within your home -
Within the hearts
Of all who dwell inside.
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May the light of friendship guide your paths together.
May the laughter of children grace the halls of your home.
May the joy of living for one another
trip a smile from your lips,
A twinkle from your eye. -
Like the warmth of the sun
And the light of the day,
May the luck of the Irish
Shine bright on your way.
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May your days be full of sunshine
You no longer have to worry about the bottom line
May family and friends surround you
You can now do what you want to do. -
Dance as if no one were watching,
Sing as if no one were listening,
And live every day as if it were your last.
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May you have the hindsight to know
Where you've been
The foresight to know where you're going,
And the insight to know when you're going too far.
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May your neighbors respect you,
Trouble neglect you,
The angels protect you,
And heaven accept you.
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May you have warm words on a cold evening,
A full moon on a dark night,
And a smooth road all the way to your door.
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May your pockets be heavy -
Your heart be light,
And may good luck pursue you
Each morning and night.
Irish Blessing -
Quotes Being Happy -
May you have all the happiness
And luck that life can hold,
And at the end of all your rainbows
May you find a pot o'gold.
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May you be poor in misfortune,
Rich in blessings, slow to make enemies,
Quick to make friends.
But rich or poor, quick or slow,
May you know nothing but happiness
From this day forward.
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May God bless you from heaven
May you have flowers in your garden
May your life be full of contentment
May you live each day in the present.
Irish Blessing
Irish Blessings For Every Day
Daily Irish blessings to bring peace, joy, and a touch of luck to your everyday life.
Poems About Blessings
Quotes about God's Blessings
Poems about God's Blessings
Related: Irish Blessing Quotes
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Irish Blessing For St Patrick's Day
Special blessings to celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with joy and Irish pride.
Poems About Luck
Quotes About Blessings
Related: St. Patrick's Day Poems
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Irish Christmas Blessing
Heartwarming Irish blessings to share the spirit of Christmas with loved ones.
Related: Christmas Blessings | Christmas Poems
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Irish Birthday Blessing
A collection of blessings to make birthdays even more special with Irish warmth.
Funny Birthday Poems
Related: Birthday Blessings | Birthday Poems
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Irish Blessing Funeral
Comforting blessings to honor and remember those who have passed, offering peace to the grieving.
Related: Funeral Poems
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Funny Irish Blessing
Humorous Irish blessings to bring laughter and light-heartedness to any occasion.
Humorous Quotes
Smile Poems
Related: Funny Poems | Funny Poems About Life
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Irish Friendship Blessing
Meaningful blessings celebrating the bond of friendship, full of Irish wisdom and cheer.
Irish Wedding Blessing
Related: Friends Are Blessings | Friendship Poems
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Irish Home Blessing For Your House, New Home
Traditional Irish blessings to bring luck, warmth, and happiness to your home or new abode.
Home Sweet Home Poems
Related: Poems About Home
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Irish Retirement Blessing
Uplifting Irish blessings to wish a joyful, peaceful, and fulfilling retirement.
Retirement Quotes
Related: Retirement Poems | Retirement Wishes
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Irish Blessing For Daughter
A special set of blessings to express love and guidance for a cherished daughter.
Graduation Daughter Poems
Related: Poems About Daughter | Daughter Quotes
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Irish Goodnight Blessing
Soothing Irish blessings to wish peaceful sleep and sweet dreams through the night.
Poems About Night
Related: Good Night Poems
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Irish Blessing For Happiness
Inspiring blessings to bring happiness, positivity, and joy to your life.
Poems About Contentment
Related: Poems About Happiness | Happiness Quotes
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Related:
Birthday Blessings
New Years Blessings
Thanksgiving Blessings
Daily Blessings
Christmas Blessings
Baby Blessing Poem
Bible Verses About Blessings From God
Blessings Abundance
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Irish blessings and how to use them.
- What is the meaning behind Irish blessings?
Irish blessings are short, poetic expressions of good wishes, offering blessings of health, happiness, peace, and protection. They are often deeply rooted in Irish traditions, spirituality, and culture.- When are Irish blessings typically used?
Irish blessings can be used in many contexts, such as weddings, funerals, birthdays, holidays like St. Patrick's Day, or simply to offer encouragement and support in daily life.- Are Irish blessings religious or spiritual?
Many Irish blessings have religious or christian undertones, often invoking God or divine protection. However, others focus on general well-being, luck, and happiness, making them suitable for various occasions, regardless of religious belief.- Can Irish blessings be personalized?
Yes, Irish blessings can be personalized to suit specific individuals or special occasions. You can tailor the message to add personal names or details, making the blessing even more meaningful.- What are some common themes in Irish blessings?
Common themes include well wishes for health, happiness, prosperity, peace, love, and protection. They often reflect Ireland’s connection to nature, family, friendship and faith.- Can Irish blessings be used at funerals?
Yes, many Irish blessings are fitting for funerals, offering comfort, peace, and remembrance for the departed while providing solace to the grieving family.- What is the origin of the most famous Irish blessing, "May the road rise to meet you"?
This is one of the most well-known Irish blessings, thought to have originated from ancient Irish prayers. It expresses a wish for smooth life journeys, favorable conditions, and God's protection.- How can I use an Irish blessing in a card or letter?
You can include an Irish blessing in a greeting card, letter, or speech to add a heartfelt touch. These blessings are ideal for offering good wishes, encouragement, or comfort in writing.
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