Prayer for Egypt, Its Leaders, Its Citizens, Its Supporters

Under the category of

Things I Wish I Wrote

, here is a

Prayer for Egypt

written by Alden Solovy. Alden is a talented liturgist, writes fabulous new prayers almost daily and posts them at www.tobendlight.com.  Adlen is also an award winning essayist and journalist, having written for daily, weekly and monthly newspapers, as well as magazines, e-newsletters and blogs. His short fiction has been published in the Jewish and secular press.  Alden has taught prayer writing classes to adults and teens and occasionally reads his works in performance settings.

For Egypt

G-d of All,

Protector and Redeemer,

Watch over the people of Egypt


As their nation faces struggle and strife


On the journey toward hope and promise.


Grant safety to its citizens and residents,

Visitors and guests,


During moments of unrest.


Grant wisdom and courage to its leaders,

Insight to its advisors,


And understanding to its friends.


Lead them on a path toward justice.


Direct them on the road to freedom.


Guide them on the way to prosperity.

Make them a shining light of peace.

Source and Shelter,


Grant safety and security to all nations,


So that truth and harmony resound

From the four corners of the earth.

Blessed are You, G-d of All,


Forging nations and peoples


In the crucible of change


Throughout history.


May this time of challenge for Egypt

Become a blessing for its inhabitants and for the world.

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