Flying on an airplane is always exciting, because there is a possibility that the flight will not end as desired. “Prayer for airplane travelers”, the text of which you will find below, will certainly help you! The element of air has not yet been fully mastered by man and does not always lend itself to him, so if you have to fly on an airplane, turn to God for your own peace of mind and safety.

Texts of prayers that protect a person traveling by plane!

Airplane Traveler's Prayer

You can read the prayer at home before departure or on the plane before takeoff. But the best thing, of course, is at home. So that nothing distracts you, there is no extraneous noise, stand in front of the icons, read the “Creed”, “Prayer to the Mother of God”, “Prayer to the Guardian Angel”, “Prayer to the Saint whose name you bear” and “Prayer for those traveling on an airplane”. You can close your eyes, imagine that you are alone with God, you can tell him in your own words about your experiences, ask for protection, peace of mind, so that the flight goes smoothly and without difficulties, so that all passengers are adequate, and no one causes trouble to each other .

To ensure a successful flight on an airplane, read a prayer to those traveling on an airplane. And all will be well!

Lord Jesus Christ, our God!

Commander of the elements and concentrating power over everything in his hand!

The deeps honor you, the stars rejoice in you, and all creation serves you.

Everyone listens to you and obeys your will.

You can do anything, and therefore you show mercy to everyone, good Lord!

So now, Master, accept me, your servant (name), and pray

Listen to mine, blessing my path and air travel.

Ban the storms and contrary winds and keep the plane safe and sound.

Grant me something easy and not clouded by various troubles.

Travel by air, bless the intentions of good deeds that

I have conceived for fulfillment, and in the world make my return.

For you are the savior and deliverer, and the giver of all heavenly and earthly blessings,

And to you I send glory along with the Father and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen!"

If you wish, you can prepare more thoroughly for such an event as flying on an airplane. Don’t be ashamed of such a desire, it is completely justified, how often do we hear about terrorist attacks, about planes crashing, of course, in such conditions the fear of airplanes increases.

How can an Orthodox Christian prepare for a long flight?

Go to the temple. A harmonious church service, wonderful singing, the smell of incense - all this gives harmony and peace, and this is not enough. Pass notes for the repose of deceased loved ones, you can also ask them for support at such an exciting moment.

Pass notes on your health and that of your relatives. If possible, go to the priest and ask him to bless you before going on the road. After the service, go home quietly. Begin, together with other prayers, to read “Prayer for those who travel by plane.”

Read it several days before your flight and on the day of departure. Don't forget to wear yours pectoral cross, if for any reason you took it off, be sure to put it on before traveling. You can take with you an icon of the Saint whose name you bear, an icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, he is the patron saint of all travelers and will definitely protect you, take Holy water with you on the flight, during times of excitement you can drink a little of it, you can sprinkle your seat on the plane with water.

Orthodox prayers are very powerful. They protect and protect us, they always help us when we need help.

How to behave during a flight

• Be calm during the flight. Remember that you are under reliable protection.
• Do not create unnecessary panic among other passengers and do not make yourself nervous again.
• If you feel that the emotions are too strong, do not hesitate - read a prayer, maybe even more than one, if you know the prayers by heart, read them to yourself.
• Remember that you did a lot to ensure that the flight was successful, you are under the reliable protection of the Almighty, and nothing will happen to you.

How many miraculous cases have occurred when people found themselves in the most desperate situations, and through their heartfelt prayers received help from God. Therefore, if any difficulties occur during the flight, there is a threat to life, etc. Be sure to start praying.

When traveling, far from home, so that the connection with their native places is not interrupted, they read prayers for those who are on the road. Prayers are read by the travelers themselves or their loved ones before or during departure. Everyone knows that it is on the road that all sorts of incidents happen, problems arise, and it is so important to take care in advance of God’s presence in your life at this time.

It is better, of course, to visit the temple and attend the service. If it is not possible, read prayers at home in front of the icons.

Prayer for those traveling to the Lord God Jesus Christ

“Lord Jesus Christ our God, the true and living way, who deigned to wander into Egypt with Your imaginary father Joseph and Your Most Pure Virgin Mother and traveled to Emmaus with Luke and Cleopas! We humbly pray to You, Most Holy Master, that even now Your grace will accompany these Your servants (names) and, like Your servant Tobiah, send them a guardian angel and mentor, who would preserve and deliver them from all evil danger, from visible and invisible enemies, would instruct them to fulfill Your commandments, would accompany them in prosperity and good health, and would bring them back unharmed and calm. And grant them to successfully fulfill their good intentions to please You and for Your glory. For it is in Your power to have mercy and save us, and we send up glory to You with Your Originless Father and with Your Most Holy, All-Good and Life-Giving Spirit, now and always and unto the ages of ages. Amen".

Prayer for those traveling to St. Nicholas the Pleasant

Oh, all-holy Nicholas, exceedingly saintly servant of the Lord, our warm intercessor, and everywhere in sorrow a quick helper! Help me, a sinner and sad person in this present life, beg the Lord God to grant me forgiveness of all my sins, which I have sinned greatly from my youth, in all my life, in deed, word, thought and all my feelings; and at the end of my soul, help me the accursed, beg the Lord God, the Creator of all creation, to deliver me from airy ordeals and eternal torment: may I always glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy yatago Spirit, and your merciful intercession, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Prayer for airplane travelers

“Lord Jesus Christ, our God, command the elements and contain the whole handful, whose deeps tremble and whose stars are present. All creation serves You, all listen to You, all obey You. You can do everything: for this reason, you are all merciful, Most Blessed Lord.
So even now, O Lord, accepting the warm prayers of these Thy servants (their names), bless their path and the air procession, forbidding storms and contrary winds, and keeping the air flown safe and sound. Giving them a saving and calm passage through the air and the good intention of those who accomplished it, they will return joyfully in health and in peace.
For You are the Savior and Deliverer and the Giver of all good things, heavenly and earthly, and we send up glory to You with Your Beginning Father and Your Most Holy and Good and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto the ages of ages. Amen."

Below is the same text of the prayer, but translated into modern language:

« Lord Jesus Christ, our God! Commander of the elements and concentrating power over everything in his hand! The deeps honor you, the stars rejoice in you, and all creation serves you. Everyone listens to you and obeys your will. You can do anything, and therefore you show mercy to everyone, good Lord! So now, Master, accept me, your servant (name), and listen to my prayers, blessing my path and air travel. Ban the storms and contrary winds and keep the plane safe and sound. Grant me an easy and unclouded travel by air, bless the intentions of the good deeds that I have planned to accomplish, and make my return in peace. For you are the savior and deliverer, and the giver of all the blessings of heaven and earth, and to you I send glory along with the Father and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen!"

Read which one is closer to you. In the Old Church Slavonic language, it is believed that it will be heard by the Almighty faster. But this is unlikely to be the case, our God knows all languages ​​and even our thoughts can be heard by Him. t.

By reading these prayers, you can make requests for blessings along the way, for protection and support to other saints and other icons, to your Guardian Angel with simple words.

Lord bless my ways, cross the road and save me from all evil. And have mercy on me, a sinner. Amen.

Speak on a handkerchief when leaving the house, wipe your face with it

“The shield is my guarantee, Christ is my protection. I walk and everywhere there is a path and a bright road for me. Amen."

Previously, people going to long journey They took with them some native land in a handkerchief. This land served as a powerful talisman. They take it near their house and say:

“Father’s house, father’s land, protect and preserve the servant of God (name) on the roads.”

They take the earth with them so that it is nearby.

In accordance with Christian canons, prayer to the believer in any endeavor. A sincere request for help and protection from the Lord or the saints will never go unanswered. Traveling has always been considered a risky and serious undertaking that requires certain preparation. Not long ago, people gained the opportunity to travel by air, and although the plane is the safest form of transport, it is very difficult to overcome the fear of flying. Prayer for the plane ride will help with this.

Prayer for air travelers

When going on a long journey, it is best to choose a time and visit the temple. After confession and communion, the following prayer should be said before the images:

During the repetition of sacred texts, a person’s faith is strengthened, calmness and confidence in successful outcome trips. You can also pray for loved ones who are facing a long flight, for friends and relatives.

If you were unable to visit the temple, you can say the prayer immediately before boarding the plane or while already in the air. A prayer said in the air will help:

• get rid of the fear of disaster;
• cope with fear of heights;
• strengthen faith in the positive outcome of the trip.

Deep and sincere faith when reading the sacred text will not only calm the mind, but also protect against any troubles during the flight.

Prayer to Nicholas the Wonderworker

When setting off on a journey, you should definitely seek help from St. Nicholas, the patron saint of travelers and seafarers. Nikolai's biography includes several cases of rescue of sailors in the most hopeless situations. Prayer to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker on the plane ride is considered the strongest amulet. Before traveling, you should visit the temple, light a candle in front of the face of St. Nicholas and read the following prayer:

The sacred text can also be pronounced directly in the air, turning to the saint with a request for a safe flight, and after a successful landing, be sure to thank him for his help.

A prayer to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker on the plane ride can also be said for loved ones and dear people going on a trip. After reading it with sincere faith, you can protect them in the difficult air.

According to the religious traditions of Orthodoxy, every task should begin with prayer. Travel is no exception, and therefore many prayers have been compiled for this occasion. The prayer of a traveling person can be addressed both to God directly and to various saints. In this article we will look at several typical examples of Orthodox prayers intended for those who decide to hit the road. Special attention We will focus on prayers for air travel as one of the most popular modes of transport in demand these days, but at the same time one of the most dangerous.

Airplane Traveler's Prayer

Kontakion:

“You who accompanied Luke and Cleopas to Emmaus, O Savior, now accompany your servants who want to travel, freeing them from all unpleasant circumstances. For everything is possible for you, if it is your will.”

Prayer to Christ

Another traveler’s prayer addressed to Jesus Christ. This text is also considered basic and is intended to be read before the road in general, without reference to the type of transport.

“Lord Jesus Christ, our God! You are the true way and life! You accompanied your imaginary father Joseph and your most pure virgin mother to Egypt, and also accompanied Luke and Cleopas to Emmaus! And now I pray to you, most holy ruler, with your grace to your servants accompany you on your journey. And like Tobiah, your servant, sent down a guardian angel and mentor, so that he would protect and deliver you from various unpleasant circumstances and from all visible and invisible enemies, and guide you in the fulfillment of your commandments, in peace and good health. returned the way back safely and serenely. You give us all good intentions and thoughts to please you and the strength to fulfill them for your glory. For from you comes our mercy and salvation, and to you we send glory with the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. forever and ever! Amen."

Prayer to God before going on a trip

This is another prayer option for those preparing to travel. Not as popular an option as the above, but no worse.

“Lord, who preserves me! Before the journey that I am about to embark on, I want to entrust my life and health to you! Under your protection I give my house and other property and all my relatives who remain here without me. I don’t know what I awaits ahead, but I calm down, believing in your care, mercy and love. Keep my transport (car, plane, ship, etc.) from breakdowns and accidents. Keep me healthy, both physically and spiritually, in the most difficult moments. During my journey, grant me peace and inner strength so that I can cope with any situation. Bless me to return to my home and do not leave me at every moment of my life.

Prayer to the Mother of God

In conclusion, we present a prayer addressed to the Mother of God. “The Traveler’s Prayer to the Mother of God” is a very common text, since it is addressed almost more often than to God himself.

"Blessed Lady, the Virgin Mother of God, who gave birth to God for our salvation and who received His grace more than all other people, who revealed a sea of ​​divine gifts and full-flowing river miracles, shedding goodness on everyone who comes running to you with faith! Standing before your image, we pray to you, the most generous mother of a philanthropic ruler, that you will surprise us with your rich mercies, and that you will soon fulfill our requests that we bring to you, Quick to Hear, giving to everyone what is for his benefit, as a consolation and it will be beneficial to salvation. Come, O good one, to your servants with your grace and grant those traveling a quick and safe route, protection from enemies and a safe return! We thank you, glorifying the son you have born, our Lord Jesus Christ to all ages. Amen!"

From the biography of St. Nicholas it is known that he went on voyages several times. On one of the trips, a terrible storm hit the ship on which St. Nicholas the Wonderworker was. At that moment, a miracle happened - the saint calmed the storm that had broken out and brought back to life the sailor who had fallen overboard and choked. Since then, they have been reading a prayer for travelers to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker.

Before a long journey, it is strongly recommended to visit the temple, and there, in front of the icon of the saint, read a prayer. It wouldn’t hurt to ask a clergyman for a blessing on the way. Of course, the prayer can be read at home in front of the image of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. Prayer is a sacrament, a personal request to a saint, so it is never read for show. On the eve of departure, stay in the room so that no one disturbs you, light three candles in front of the icon and read the prayer thoughtfully, then it will definitely be heard.

Prayer to Nicholas the Wonderworker before traveling

Oh, all-holy Nicholas, exceedingly saintly servant of the Lord, our warm intercessor, and everywhere in sorrow a quick helper! Help me, a sinner and sad person in this present life, beg the Lord God to grant me forgiveness of all my sins, which I have sinned greatly from my youth, in all my life, in deed, word, thought and all my feelings; and at the end of my soul, help me the accursed, beg the Lord God, the Creator of all creation, to deliver me from airy ordeals and eternal torment: may I always glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, and your merciful intercession, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Close people who sincerely worry about you should also turn to Nikolai Ugodnik with prayer. Don’t forget about the saint on the road. A prayer to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker will help those traveling by car to avoid accidents and difficulties on the road.

Prayers are read in front of icons of saints, because it helps to focus on the words and turn all thoughts to the saint.

People take small images with them on the road, and in the car you can place a triptych, a composite icon of three parts, each of which depicts saints: Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary and St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. These saints protect people from all misfortunes and will never leave travelers in trouble during a trip.

Prayer for flying

Airplanes have become a necessary part of our lives. Not to mention that they allow you to see the whole world in short time, they allow families to grow closer. Many travelers have relatives, sometimes very close ones, who live a thousand kilometers away, and if each meeting was accompanied by a multi-day journey, maintaining contact would be much more difficult.

And although the aircraft has a number of unsurpassed advantages, its operation is subject to risks that can lead to catastrophic consequences. Reading a prayer to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker for those traveling by air will not only protect you, but also calm you. Panic becomes a person’s worst enemy in moments of danger, so maintaining peace and sobriety of mind is extremely important.

Text of the prayer for those traveling by plane to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker

O Saint Nicholas of Christ! Hear us, sinful servants of God (names), praying to you, and pray for us, unworthy, our Creator and Master, make our God merciful to us in this life and in the future, so that he does not reward us according to our deeds, but according to his own He will reward us with goodness. Deliver us, saints of Christ, from the evils that come upon us, and tame the waves, passions and troubles that rise against us, so that for the sake of your holy prayers the attack will not overwhelm us and we will not wallow in the abyss of sin and in the mud of our passions. Pray to Saint Nicholas, Christ our God, that he may grant us a peaceful life and remission of sins, and salvation and great mercy for our souls, now and ever, and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Traveling is an exciting adventure that gives many new emotions, discoveries and inspiration. But at the same time it is a danger strangers and places, foreign traditions and orders. You need to prepare for long trips carefully, think through everything down to the smallest detail, and notify your family about your destination and return date. Separation can cause no less harm than anything else, so you need to worry about your feelings. Prayer calms the soul and clears the mind. Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker is the patron of travelers; he will not leave them alone and will definitely help if the request is sincere.