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 5 months ago
Last thoughts?
nancyb creator 5 months ago
But in that sleep, what dreams may come!
preacherman Premium Member 5 months 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 5 months ago
If it’s practice for when we die, I’ll be coming back ever hour for eternity.
tcayer 5 months ago
This one just ran not that long ago…
leroywilcoxson 5 months ago
But I’m only four.
djtenltd 5 months ago
Don’t worry, G’Ma. You still have plenty of time left to aggravate Herb!