“May the Road Rise Up to Meet You” is a popular traditional Irish blessing that offers well-wishes for protection, joy, and peace. Though often recited at weddings, farewells, or special occasions, it carries universal sentiments of hope and encouragement.
Here’s the full blessing:
Traditional Irish Blessing
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.
This blessing is often used to convey good fortune, safe travels, and God’s protection as someone embarks on a journey or new phase in life. It reflects the warmth, optimism, and spiritual depth of Irish culture.