Prayer for Sailors - Traditional

Lord of the sea and the wind,
watch over all who travel on the waters.
Bless sailors, fishermen, and all who make their living on the sea.
Protect them from storms and danger,
guide them safely to port,
and bring them home to their loved ones.
Be their compass and their anchor,
their hope and their peace.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Prayer for Sailors lyrics have a long and storied history in maritime culture often invoking the image of Christ calming the sea of Galilee. The song Prayer for Sailors asks for guidance by the stars and the safe return of the crew to their home ports. It is a prayer for those who face the isolation and unpredictability of the ocean for commerce defense or exploration. By speaking the Prayer for Sailors lyrics the faithful acknowledge the power of nature and their total reliance on God's mercy to bring the vessel through the waves. This prayer provides a sense of connection and comfort to those at sea and the families waiting on the shore.