Human life is very fragile. Unfortunately, people do not always remember this. But familiar objects - for example, a personal car - can be a threat to life. When driving, every Christian should remember that he is responsible not only for himself, but also for those around him. The driver’s prayer will help create the right spiritual mood.
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Troparion, tone 2
This way and truth, O Christ, of Thy companion Angel Thy servant now, as Tobiah sometimes did, preserves and unharmed for Thy glory, from all evil in all well-being, they say with the help of the Mother of God, One Lover of Mankind.
Translation: Christ, the Way and the Truth, send now to Thy servants, as once Tobiah, as Thy Angel's companions, preserving and keeping them unharmed from all evil, in all prosperity to Thy glory, through the prayers of the Mother of God, the One Lover of Mankind.
First prayer to the Lord
This prayer can be read not only before traveling by car, but also for all travelers. And it doesn’t matter what type of transport they prefer.
Lord Jesus Christ our God, the true and living way, to share with your imaginary father Joseph and the Blessed Virgin Mother in Egypt, and Luca and Cleopas in Emmaus journey howl! And now we humbly pray to You, Most Holy Master, and guide Your servant through Your grace. And like Your servant Tobiah, a guardian angel and mentor followed, preserving and delivering them from every evil situation of visible and invisible enemies, and instructing them in the fulfillment of Your commandments , peacefully and safely and sanely, and returning safely and serenely; and give them all their good intentions to please You, to fulfill them safely and to Your glory. For it is Yours to have mercy and save us, and to You we send glory with Your Beginning Father and with Your Most Holy and Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and ever and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Spells and amulets for the road so that the car does not break down or get into accidents
There are prayers that help quickly. They resemble a conspiracy, but they are read to the Almighty, and the words contain a sincere message, love for God. At the same time, you can travel safely: the car will not break down, which is important for novice drivers, no one will be able to stop you for unfair or selfish reasons, but only for a righteous cause (in case of violation of traffic rules).
Conspiracies do exist. They do not harm the reader, are spoken out loud, and provide protection for equipment. A family man traveling with his relatives is always grateful for such assistance on the road, because the fewer problems with the car, the better the vacation.
Second prayer to the Lord
This prayer for a long journey is considered one of the most powerful for those who are going on a journey by car.
God, All-merciful and All-Merciful, protect everyone with Your mercy and love for mankind, I humbly pray to You, through the intercession of the Mother of God and all the saints, save me, a sinner, from sudden death and all misfortunes, and deliver the people entrusted to me and help them unharmed, each according to his needs.
Merciful God! Deliver me from the evil spirit of recklessness, the evil spirit of drunkenness, which causes misfortune and sudden death without repentance.
Grant me, Lord, with a clear conscience to live to a ripe old age without the burden of people killed and maimed through my negligence, and may Your Holy name be glorified, now and ever, and forever ki centuries. Amen.
Psalm 90
Another driver's prayer before the road is Psalm 90. It is known for its power. A little off topic, but as an example of its power, let’s give a story from the book “Red Easter” (this is Orthodox literature).
During the war, the Germans used their famous psychic attacks. Over time, it became clear that these attacks were essentially sessions of black magic. And then, a division of Orthodox Siberians was called to the front line. The soldiers went into battle with a written psalm placed in the pocket of their tunic. And they successfully resisted SS attacks. Soon, these attacks became obsolete.
This is the power that lies in the Psalm. We present its text here:
Psalm 90
Living in the help of the Most High, he will settle in the shelter of the Heavenly God. Says the Lord: Thou art my Protector and my Refuge, my God, and I trust in Him. Yako Toy will deliver you from the snare of the trap, and from rebellious words. His cloak will overshadow you, and you will trust under His wing. His truth will surround you with a weapon, you will not be afraid from the fear of the night, from the arrow that flies in the days, from the thing that passes in darkness, from the cloak and demon of the midday. Thousands will fall from your country, and darkness will fall at your right hand, but it will not come close to you. Look before your eyes, and you will see the reward of sinners. For You, O Lord, are my hope, You have made the Most High your refuge. Evil will not come to you, and wound will not come close to your body. As His Angel commanded you, keep you in all your ways. They will lift you up in their arms, but not when you dash your foot against a stone. Tread on the asp and the silisk, and cross the lion and the serpent. For I have trusted in Me, and I will deliver; I will cover and because I have known My name. He will call to Me, and I will hear him; I am with him in sorrow, I will destroy him and glorify him; I will fill him with long days, and show him My salvation.
Let's reveal a little secret. The first three words are enough to fight off the invisible enemy. This is evidenced by many Orthodox Christians who have personally experienced the power of the Psalm.
Prayer to Nicholas the Wonderworker
As you know, Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors and travelers. Therefore, asking him for his blessing on a long journey would be a good decision. It is best if you pray in front of the icon of the saint.
Oh, all-holy Nicholas, the most excellent servant of the Lord, our warm intercessor and quick helper everywhere in sorrow. Help me, a sinner and sad person, in this life, beg the Lord God to grant me forgiveness of all my sins, most of which I have sinned from my youth, in all my life, in deed, word, thought and with all my feelings, and help me in the exodus of my soul, accursed one, beg the Lord God, the Creator of all creation, to deliver me from airy ordeals and eternal torment, so that I always glorify the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit and your merciful intercession, now no, forever and ever. Amen.
Amulet for the driver
Lord, God, help! Protect me and protect me: from bruises, mutilation, broken bones, from deformity, muscle rupture, from terrible wounds and scarlet blood. Protect my body from the burns of fire. Save, save, protect me. Be my words strong and sculpted. In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
For the same:
Lord Jesus Christ, Lord Almighty. You are the doctor of our souls and bodies, take away from me trouble, ulcer, wound, blood, broken bones, the bed of infirmity. So that I, the servant of God (name), do not break yellow bones, do not shed scarlet blood, do not shake my brain-mind, do not lose my life. Son of God, Jesus Christ, I ask You, I pray, save me, God’s man, in all ways, in all roads. Protect me with Your shield, take me under Your protection. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Now, forever and forever. Amen
Prayer to Saints Cyril and Mary of Radonezh
During their lifetime, Cyril and Maria, the parents of St. Sergius of Radonezh, taught their children to receive traveling wanderers and give them lodging for the night. They lived a pious and godly life. Therefore, they are prayed to as patrons and protectors of travelers.
Oh, servants of God, Schema-monk Kirill and Schema-nun Maria! Hear our humble prayer. Even though your temporary life has naturally ended, you do not depart from us in spirit, always following the commandments of the Lord to teach us and to bear your cross patiently, helping us. Behold, together with our reverend and God-bearing father Sergius, your beloved son, we have naturally acquired boldness towards Christ God and towards His Most Pure Mother. In the same way, even now, you will be prayers and intercessors for us, unworthy servants of God (names). Be our intercessors of the stronghold, so that through our living faith, through your intercession, we may remain unharmed from demons and evil people, glorifying the Holy Trinity, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and in the future sure and forever and ever. Amen.
It is important
Now it has become fashionable to bless a car. A person will consecrate his “iron horse”, hang a cross in his car, or attach icons. That's it, you can drive, play weird music, swear, and smoke in the car.
Stop, you can't. If the car is consecrated and there is a cross or icons in it, you will have to forget about bad habits. Otherwise, what kind of help from saints or God can we talk about when a person absolutely does not care about the fact that the car is consecrated?
What not to do in a hallowed car:
- drink alcoholic beverages;
- smoke;
- listen to obscene music;
- swear;
- tell “greasy” jokes, make dirty jokes;
- discuss sensitive topics;
- condemn someone.
Otherwise, even prayer for the driver will be absolutely meaningless. It should be read sincerely, and not simply according to the principle: I subtracted faster, got into the car, lit a cigarette and beauty, life is good. Traffic cops are no longer a hindrance.
Prayer to the Holy Great Martyr Procopius
Saint Procopius suffered for his faith in Christ and died from torture. But neither trials nor the betrayal of his mother could break his spiritual strength. Anyone who reads a prayer to Saint Procopius before a long journey will not experience significant difficulties along the way.
Oh, holy passion-bearer Procopius of Christ! Hear us sinners, standing now before your holy icon and tenderly praying to you: let us pray for us (names) to Jesus Christ our God and His Mother, our Lady Theotokos, her Let us forgive us the sins we have committed. Ask the Lord for the benefit of your soul and body, mercy, peace, blessing, so that we may all be delivered on the terrible day of judgment, that we may be saved, and stand at the right hand with His chosen ones to inherit the Kingdom of Heaven Because to Him befits all glory, honor and worship with the Beginning His Father, the Most Holy and Good and His Life-giving Spirit, now and ever and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
How else can you help?
There are also special prayers for those on the move. The driver’s prayer for safety and help will be much stronger if his loved ones at home ask for him. You can and should order a church memorial. When submitting a note, you must indicate “about travelers” in it, then write a name or several names. You can order different requirements:
- prayer services;
- Psalter or Indestructible Psalter about health;
- proskomedia about health;
- special remembrance in front of the Royal Doors during the Liturgy (the prayer is read publicly and the whole church prays).
Upon your return, be sure to thank the Lord - come to the service, order thanksgiving prayers, and express gratitude in your own words.
So, we understand that the driver’s prayer before the road is obligatory for a believer. A person can never know for sure whether he will return home in the evening. The Lord wishes the best for everyone, but there are also people who do not want to live according to His will. It is from them that evil comes. It is not always possible to foresee it, so you need to be prepared for tests. Through the prayers of all the saints, the Lord will protect and have mercy on you!
- Driver's prayer before the road;
- Prayer to Tryphon for help in work;
- Text of a prayer to Nicholas the Wonderworker for help.
Prayer to the holy 40 martyrs of Sebaste
Forty Christians were subjected to severe trials by refusing to sacrifice to the pagan gods. A journey, if it is expected to be difficult, is also a kind of test, so such a prayer is justified and logical.
Oh, passion-bearers of Christ, in the city of Sevastia we courageously suffered, to you, as our prayer-books, we earnestly come running and ask: ask the All-Merciful God for forgiveness of our sins and lives on our correction, so that in repentance and unfeigned love for each other, having lived together, we will boldly present ourselves to the Terrible We will stand before the Judge of Christ and through your intercession at the right hand of the Righteous Judge. To her, pleasers of God, be for us, the servants of God (names), protectors from all enemies, visible and invisible, so that under the roof of your holy prayers we will get rid of all troubles, evils and misfortunes until the last day of our lives, and Thus let us glorify the Great and Worshipful Name of the Almighty Trinity, Father and Son and Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Reading rules
Of course, it is best to read prayers for the journey in a church in front of the icon of the saint you are addressing. But if this is not possible, read the text at home or in the car on the road. Try to first tune in to the long journey, and then go on a journey.
Also, these prayers can be read by any woman who wants to protect her children and loved ones. The maternal prayer of a true believer is especially powerful.
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Before the road
When facing any task, believers must first turn to the Lord and the saints. This is done in order to call on higher powers for help. This is what you need to do before going on the road. To whom should prayer requests be addressed?
- Guardian angel. He accompanies baptized people in every endeavor. There have often been cases when it was possible to avoid a terrible accident only through the intercession of a heavenly patron.
- Nikolai is a saint. The driver's prayer is addressed to him because the ancient saint is considered the patron saint of all who set out on the road. It doesn’t matter what transport you use.
- Holy Mother of God. This is the faithful intercessor of every Orthodox Christian. With her prayers she protects all Christians, begging them for forgiveness from the Lord.
- Holy Spirit. One of the Persons of the Holy Trinity. Thanks to him, all positive changes occur on earth, people become capable of good. It helps in absolutely any task aimed at a positive result.
A short prayer can be printed on a small sheet of paper and stored in your wallet. This way you can always turn to God.
