Throughout history, Jewish tradition has emphasized the power of prayer for protection and guidance. This blog post explores powerful prayers rooted in Jewish tradition.
Each prayer is thoughtfully paired with corresponding scriptures, offering a connection to the divine and a sense of spiritual fortitude.
Whether facing personal challenges or seeking communal safeguarding, these prayers provide a timeless source of comfort and resilience for all who turn to them.
30 Jewish Prayers for Protection
1. Psalm 91:1-2
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Heavenly Father, I seek Your protection and refuge. Shelter me under Your mighty wings and be my fortress against all harm. I trust in Your power and Your love to keep me safe from all danger. Amen.
2. Psalm 121:7-8
The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.
Almighty God, guard my life against all forms of evil. Watch over my every step, my comings, and goings. I place my trust in Your eternal protection, now and forever. Amen.
3. Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
O Lord, even in the darkest moments, I will not be afraid, for You are with me. Your guidance and support bring me comfort. Keep me safe as I walk through life’s challenges. Amen.
4. Proverbs 18:10
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.
Mighty God, Your name is a strong tower of protection. I run to You for safety and security. Keep me from harm and shelter me under Your powerful name. Amen.
5. Psalm 34:7
The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them.
Loving Father, let Your angelic protection surround me. Deliver me from all dangers and threats, and let Your presence be my constant shield. Amen.
6. Isaiah 41:10
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
O God, I will not fear because You are with me. Strengthen me, help me, and uphold me with Your righteous hand. Grant me Your divine protection and courage. Amen.
7. Psalm 121:1-2
I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Heavenly Father, I look to You for help and protection. You, who created heaven and earth, are my source of strength and safety. Guard me against all harm. Amen.
8. Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.
Gracious God, fill me with strength and courage. Let me not be afraid, for You are with me. Your presence assures me of Your unfailing protection. Amen.
9. Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Lord, be my refuge and strength, especially in times of trouble. Your presence is my comfort, and Your protection is my shield. Keep me safe always. Amen.
10. 2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.
Faithful God, establish me and guard me against all evil. I trust in Your unwavering protection and love. Keep me secure in Your arms. Amen
11. Psalm 91:4
He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
O Lord, cover me with Your wings and let Your faithfulness be my shield. Provide me refuge from all harm and keep me safe in Your loving embrace. Amen.
11. Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord and their vindication from me, declares the Lord.
Heavenly Father, protect me from all forms of harm and injustice. Let no weapon formed against me succeed and grant me the strength to overcome any challenges. Amen.
13. 2 Samuel 22:3-4
My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my savior; you save me from violence. I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.
Almighty God, you are my rock and refuge. Save me from violence and protect me from my enemies. I call upon Your name, praising You for Your salvation. Amen.
14. Psalm 59:16
But I will sing of your strength; I will sing aloud of your steadfast love in the morning. For you have been to me a fortress and a refuge in the day of my distress.
Loving Father, I sing of Your strength and steadfast love. You have been my fortress and refuge in times of distress. Continue to shield me with Your divine protection. Amen.
15. Proverbs 3:24
If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
O Lord, grant me peaceful and fearless rest. Let my sleep be sweet, free from worry and harm, under Your watchful care. Amen.
16. Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.
Gracious God, be with me in all my trials and tribulations. Protect me from overwhelming situations and keep me safe from harm. Amen.
17. Psalm 27:1
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
O Lord, You are my light and salvation. With You as the stronghold of my life, I have no reason to fear. Protect me and give me courage in all circumstances. Amen.
18. Exodus 14:14
The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.
Almighty God, fight for me and protect me from all enemies. I trust in Your power and will remain silent, knowing You are my defender. Amen.
19. Psalm 62:2
He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken.
O Lord, You are my rock, salvation, and fortress. Keep me from being shaken by life’s challenges and protect me with Your unwavering strength. Amen.
20. Nahum 1:7
The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.
Heavenly Father, you are good and a stronghold in times of trouble. I take refuge in You, knowing that You are aware of my needs and will protect me. Amen.
21. Psalm 32:7
You are a hiding place for me; you preserve me from trouble; you surround me with shouts of deliverance.
O Lord, be my hiding place and preserve me from all trouble. Surround me with Your songs of deliverance and keep me safe in Your loving care. Amen.
22. Isaiah 26:3
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.
Heavenly Father, grant me perfect peace as I fix my mind on You. I trust in Your protection and ask for Your constant presence in my life. Amen.
23. Psalm 140:4
Guard me, O Lord, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from violent men, who have planned to trip up my feet.
Mighty God, guard me from the hands of the wicked and protect me from those who seek to harm me. Preserve my steps and keep me safe from all evil. Amen.
24. Psalm 3:3
But you, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.
Loving Father, be a shield around me, lifting my head high and giving me glory. Protect me from all harm and be my constant source of strength. Amen.
25. Proverbs 2:7-8
He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity, guarding the paths of justice and watching over the way of his saints.
O Lord, you are a shield to those who walk in integrity. Guard my path and watch over me as I strive to live a just and righteous life. Amen.
26. Psalm 56:3-4
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?
Heavenly Father, when fear grips me, I place my trust in You. I praise Your word and rely on Your protection, knowing that no harm can come to me with You by my side. Amen.
27. Isaiah 46:4
Even to your old age I am he, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.
Gracious God, you promise to carry and save me even in my old age. Thank You for Your unwavering protection throughout my life. Continue to uphold me with Your love. Amen.
28. Psalm 125:2
As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people, from this time forth and forevermore.
O Lord, surround me with Your protection as the mountains surround Jerusalem. Be my eternal safeguard and watch over me always. Amen.
29. Psalm 41:2
The Lord protects him and keeps him alive; he is called blessed in the land; you do not give him up to the will of his enemies.
Mighty God, protect me and keep me alive. Let me be blessed in the land and shield me from the will of my enemies. Amen.
30. Jeremiah 1:8
Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, declares the Lord.
Loving Father, I will not fear, for You are with me to deliver me. Your presence is my assurance of protection and safety. Amen.
Conclusion
These Jewish prayers for protection, grounded in scriptures serve as powerful reminders of God’s unwavering presence and protection.
These prayers invoke divine guidance, courage, and safety, reflecting the deep faith and trust in God’s ability to shield us from harm.
May these prayers fortify your spirit, strengthen your faith, and provide you with a profound sense of peace and security, knowing that you are always under God’s watchful care. Amen