A Traditional Night Prayer
Night prayer, or Compline, has closed the day in Christian tradition for centuries, asking for a peaceful rest and protection through the hours of darkness. This short form draws on that ancient rhythm rather than the full Examen method, for anyone who wants just a few lines before sleep.
Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snares of the enemy. Let your holy angels dwell here to keep us in peace, and let your blessing be always upon us. Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit, my body, and my soul. Watch over those I love, and over all who have no one to pray for them tonight. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
