I remember a slightly different version of this prayer, namely, “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep; and if I die before I wake, I pray my Lord my soul to take.” This must be the Baptist/Presbyterian version. It was, afterall, the one my Presbyterian/Baptist mother taught me. Luckily, I never thought of it as preparation for death. But, it may have helped me sleep soundly.
Yakety Sax 11 days ago
Last thoughts?
nancyb creator 11 days ago
But in that sleep, what dreams may come!
preacherman Premium Member 11 days ago
I remember a slightly different version of this prayer, namely, “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep; and if I die before I wake, I pray my Lord my soul to take.” This must be the Baptist/Presbyterian version. It was, afterall, the one my Presbyterian/Baptist mother taught me. Luckily, I never thought of it as preparation for death. But, it may have helped me sleep soundly.
david_42 11 days ago
If it’s practice for when we die, I’ll be coming back ever hour for eternity.
tcayer 11 days ago
This one just ran not that long ago…
leroywilcoxson 11 days ago
But I’m only four.
djtenltd 10 days ago
Don’t worry, G’Ma. You still have plenty of time left to aggravate Herb!