What's a good Irish blessing?

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. This is a translation, as this Irish blessing was originally written in the Irish language, but this is the form it is most commonly spoken in today.

What are some good Irish blessings?

How do you bless someone in Irish?

Go n-éirí an bóthar leat /Guh ny-ree on boh-har lyat/ May the road rise to meet you Go raibh an ghaoth go brách ag do chúl /Guh ruh on ghwee guh brawkh eeg duh khool/ May the wind be always at your back Go lonraí an ghrian go te ar d'aghaidh /Guh lun-ree on ghreen guh cheh air dye/ May the sun shine warm upon your face ...

What's a good Irish saying?

May your home always be too small to hold all your friends. May the cat eat you, and may the devil eat the cat. There's no need to fear the wind if your haystacks are tied down. May your heart be light and happy, may your smile be big and wide, and may your pockets always have a coin or two inside!

How do you wish someone well in Irish?

“Sláinte chugat.” / “Good health to you.”

A simple wish of good fortune, pronounced “Slawn-cheh ch(k)oo-at.”

Irish Blessing - May the Road Rise Up to Meet You

What is the Irish luck?

Luck of the Irish -Theories. Some believe the phrase means that those who are Irish are inherently lucky and that the Irish tend to be able to land on their feet when unfortunate circumstances take place. The Irish in general are very strong willed and resilient due to their country's struggles and tragic history.

What is the Irish symbol for good luck?

Shamrock. The Celtic symbol for luck and the unofficial, yet the most recognizable symbol of Ireland. The shamrock is a single-stemmed plant with three leaves and grows on the hills of Ireland.

What's a good Irish toast?

What are some Irish proverbs?

What do Irish say for cheers?

So how do you say “Cheers”? “Cheers” in Irish is sláinte which is pronounced a bit like “slawn-che”. Sláinte means “health”, and if you're feeling brave, you can say sláinte is táinte (“slawn-che iss toin-che”), meaning “health and wealth”. “Cheers” is one of the words included in lesson 10 of our course.

What is the most famous Irish blessing?

It's the most well-known Irish blessing, but what exactly are the origins of the much-loved blessing May the Road Rise Up to Meet You? In full, the blessing, which is also used as a prayer, reads as follows: May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.

What is the most famous Irish saying?

How do you write a Celtic blessing?

May good luck be with you Wherever you go, and your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow. May your days be many and your troubles be few, May all God's blessings descend upon you, May peace be within you, May your heart be strong, May you find what you're seeking wherever you roam.

What is the old Irish saying?

An Irish blessing - "May the road rise to meet you." From the Gaelic "Go n-éiri an bóthar leat," which means "may success be with you".

What does Erin Go Bragh mean in English?

Definition of Erin go bragh

: Ireland forever.

What is Celtic prayer?

May the blessed sunlight shine on you like a great peat fire, so that stranger and friend may come and warm himself at it. And may light shine out of the two eyes of you, like a candle set in the window of a house, bidding the wanderer come in out of the storm.

What might a leprechaun say?

Here is a look at some of the best Irish leprechaun sayings to know. “A dog owns nothing, yet is seldom dissatisfied.” “A hair on the head is worth two on the brush.” “A kind word never broke anyone's mouth.”

What is an Irish Birthday Blessing?

Kind Irish Birthday Blessings. #34. “May you live a long life full of gladness and health, with a pocket full of gold as the least of your wealth, may the dreams you hold dearest be the ones which come true, may the kindness you spread, keep returning back to you. Happy birthday!”

What is the traditional Irish blessing?

Traditional Irish blessing – you might know this one

“May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow, may the soft winds freshen your spirit, may the sunshine brighten your heart, may the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you, and may God enfold you in the mantle of His love.

What do the Irish say before drinking?

Sláinte means "health" in Irish and Scottish Gaelic. It is commonly used as a drinking toast in Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man.

What is an Irish drinking saying?

"When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven.

What is the Irish symbol for peace?

Brigid's cross – peace and goodness

Brigid's Cross is the Celtic Irish symbol that is likely to be recognised by most people who have spent much time in Ireland. Brigid's Cross was often a craft project when in school, and it can often be seen hanging in traditional family homes in Ireland.

What flower represents Ireland?

The History of the Shamrock

Although arguably not exactly a flower, the shamrock is a small clover which is now the national flower of Ireland. It came to be so as it was once an important symbol to the ancient Irish Druids, as a plant naturally displaying the triad with its three heart-shaped leaves.

What is the most famous symbol in Ireland?

The harp has been the symbol of Ireland since the 13th century, and it's said that King Brian Boru led the army to the battles carrying a harp.

What is the Irish lucky number?

Sacred Numbers: The sacred numbers in Irish and Celtic mythology are: 3 (and its multiples), 5, 13 and 17.