For Baldur and Nanna

by Galina Krasskova

Baldur and Nanna by Helga

Brave Warrior,

Shining Lord of Justice and Mercy,

We ask for Your blessings and grace.

Compassion flows from

Your strong heart and noble brow.

Fearless Lord of Death and rebirth,

Intrepid, You have braved

The cold realm of Hel,

So that we, children of the Gods,

Might have a champion

To greet us when we too

Make this perilous journey.

Warrior-born, fill our hearts

With Thy quiet courage.

Do not let us falter

On our life’s journey.

Teach us serenity of spirit,

That we might face the turmoil

Of our lives joyously,

Embracing destiny without fear.

Open our hearts

And let us not shrink in terror

From our descent into the earth,

But find in Her dark depths

Spiritual renewal.

May we live lives of courage,

Passion, and valor.

Hail, Baldur!

Gentle Nanna, Baldur’s devoted wife,

Extend over us

Your blessings and protection,

For we often struggle in our lives

Feeling lost and alone.

Stand with us as You stood with Baldur,

Even joining Him in Hel’s realm.

Sustain us, nourish us,

And grant us the gift of Your compassion.

Hail Nanna, Daring and Bold,

Compassionate One, Hail.

 

Artwork by Helga.