Irish Blessings for Marriage

May the road rise 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.

May God be with you and bless you.
May you see your children’s children.
May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings,
May you know nothing but happiness,
From this day forward.

May your mornings bring joy and your evenings bring peace.
May your troubles grow few as your blessings increase.

May your hearts always find their way back to each other, no matter how far life may wander.
And may your love grow richer with each rising sun and softer with each setting moon.

May laughter line your path and patience guard your door.
And may the quiet strength of your love carry you through every season yet to come.

In good times and bad times, in sickness and health
May the rough times ahead become triumphs in time.

Short Blessings for Invitations & Signage

Ideal for programs, invites, or small accents

May you live all the days of your life.

May your love be steady, your joys be many, and your days be sweet with peace.

May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past.

May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live.

Playful Blessings for the Reception

Lighten the mood at the reception with these witty gems:

May those who love us love us.
And those that don’t love us, may God turn their hearts.
And if He doesn’t turn their hearts, may He turn their ankles.

May your love be modern enough to survive the times,
But old-fashioned enough to last a lifetime.

May your arguments be short and your apologies swift,
And may you never go to bed hungry - or angry!

Lucky stars above you, sunshine on your way
May gladness wait everywhere all your whole life long!

Unique & Poetic Blessings

For something a bit more lyrical:

May the embers from the open hearth warm your hands
With the first light of sun –
Bless you
When the long day is done –
Bless you.

How to Use Irish Blessings

1. Ceremony readings – Include a blessing in your unity ceremony or vows.

2. Printed materials – Add a short blessing on invitations, menus, or aisle signs.

3. Receptions & toasts – Share a playful/jovial blessing during speeches.

4. Framed keepsakes – Gift a blessing in a frame, perfect for anniversaries.

Why Choose Irish Blessings?

Irish blessings are steeped in poetic rhythm and deep-rooted sentiment. Whether drawn from solemn ceremony traditions or lighthearted toasts, they:

- Add an emotional, lyrical tone

- Connect your day to cultural depth

- Offer versatile ways to express love, luck, and laughter

Sample Marriage Blessing You Can Use

May the wind be always at your back,
The sun shine warmly upon your home,
And may your hearts stay light with laughter,
As your journey together unfolds.
Until your next shared sunrise,
May love guide each step you take.

Customizing Your Blessings

• Keep it concise – Long blessings can feel heavy; shorter ones are punchier.
• Adapt the tone – Match the blessing to your ceremony style—serious or playful.
• Blend heritage – Incorporate Irish symbols like shamrocks or the Claddagh in décor or rings
• Personal touch – Add names or moments to make it feel uniquely yours.