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| In Celtic tradition, it was believed that good weather at the time of death heralded a peaceful passing, and people wished a bas sóna ("happy death") would be the fate of each and every person. Here are some traditional prayers recited for a sacred passing:
You go home tonight to your home of winter To your home of autumn, and spring, and summer You go home this night to your eternal home. Sleep now, sleep, and away with your sorrow The sleep of the seven lights be yours, beloved T he sleep of the seven joys be yours, beloved. Death without fear, with joy and forgiveness As the Sun of the skies pours its love on your body As you travel to the dwelling place of peace. Sleep now, sleep, and away with your sorrow A death of peace and tranquility This night the brightness and summertime shall come! |
