Folklore and Fables

 

An Ancient Charm Against The Fairies

Manx

Peace of God and peace of man,
Peace of God on Columb-Killey,
On each window and each door,
On every hole'admitting moonlight,
On the four corners of the house,
On the place of my rest,
And peace of God on myself.

Manx Fairy Tales by Sophia Morrison, London – David Nutt, 57-59 Long Acre 1911