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Celtic Evening Prayer

By Columba of IonaSource: Columba of Iona - Attributed to Columba, 6th century (Public Domain)32 words

Be Thou a bright flame before me, Be Thou a guiding star above me, Be Thou a smooth path below me, Be Thou a kindly shepherd behind me, Today, tonight, and forever.

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