Pray for Iran

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1. Pray for Protection of Civilians and Protesters

Reports indicate hundreds to potentially thousands of deaths and thousands of arrests as security forces confront protesters across cities. Internet blackouts make communication and aid difficult. Pray for the safety of all Iranians on the streets — especially the young, women, and families participating in demonstrations.

2. Pray for Restraint and Wisdom for Security Forces & Authorities

Government rhetoric has hardened, with threats of severe punishment for protesters and a harsh crackdown. International human rights observers are deeply concerned about unlawful force used against largely peaceful demonstrators. Pray that those in positions of force would choose restraint, justice, and protection of human life over violence.

3. Pray for Peace and an End to Violence

The unrest is widespread — across dozens of cities with large street protests yet severe suppression — making peace a deep and urgent need. Pray for an immediate end to bloodshed and for peace to spread throughout communities.

4. Pray for Communication and Support

Iran has imposed near-total internet blackouts to limit coverage and coordination, further isolating people in crisis. Pray for reliable ways for families to communicate and support each other despite internet shutdowns.

5. Pray for Healing, Comfort, and Hope

The scale of suffering — deaths, injuries, arrests — affects entire communities and creates deep emotional wounds that need healing. Pray especially for those who have lost loved ones, are wounded, displaced, or traumatized.

6. Pray for Peaceful, Constructive Outcomes

There are calls from parts of society and some international voices for negotiation, restraint, and peaceful resolution. Pray for dialogue, justice, long-term reconciliation, and positive change that respects human dignity.