Many times while walking around a neighborhood or past a church, people see ribbons tied around fence posts, trees or in front of buildings. Have you ever wondered what these colorful ribbons are for? They are prayer ribbons. People tie them to things to honor someone or as a memory of a specific occasion.
Prayer ribbons are “infused with prayers, and the wind will carry them.”
These ribbons, often referred to as prayer ribbons, are based on Native American, Tibetan, Siberian and other indigenous traditions. In these cultures, people believe that everything that is alive has a spirit and everyone lives in partnership with all things. It is believed that all of life is connected to a web of life; this includes cooperation and partnership. It is important to honor and respect all life connected to this amazing web.
Use blue ribbons in remembrance of fallen officers of the law or others in authority. People tie ribbons loosely on tree branches or wrap them around a fence so others can see them easily. The use of yellow ribbons is for welcoming home soldiers and other returning from a foreign land. Just as one might light a candle for someone, tie ribbons to trees and posts as a prayer for a person or situation that is one’s heart.
Just a few color meanings:
- Yellow represents new birth.
- Red represents fertility and growth.
- Black represents inner work and healing.
- White represents wisdom.
- Green represents grounding.
Prayer ribbons just for you
While these ribbons typically have religious undertones, they don’t have to. Many chose to participate in writing prayer ribbons as a way of helping with goal setting and recognition of a job well done. While most prayer ribbons include things such as prayers for families, food for the needy, more faith in God, and other priorities in schools and communities, they range from personal needs to community related projects.
Find all of the ribbon rolls needed to help set goals, show recognition and so much more.
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