UNIVERSAL PRAYER FOR THE EARTH
“We are one with the universe, interconnected and interdependent. Let us love our planet with all our hearts, souls, and strength, for it sustains us.
Earth, we thank you for your boundless gifts—earth, water, fire, air, and sun—that sustain us. We vow to walk gently upon your lands, honoring your rhythms and nurturing your ecosystems. With open hearts, may we protect and celebrate all life.
May the Earth heal and flourish, forests grow, waters clear, and all living beings thrive. May we learn from those who have lived in harmony with you for generations. Help us restore what has been harmed and create a future of harmony and respect.
Guide us to connect deeply with each other and with you, our home, and to act with love and reverence. May our efforts bring lasting peace and renewal to our shared world. May our days on this Earth be plentiful and harmonious, a testament to our shared commitment to preserving and protecting the beauty of our world for generations to come.”
THE STORY BEHIND THE PRAYER
“The world’s turmoil weighed heavily on my heart. The separation among humanity, expressed through wars, wasn’t just affecting people—it was hurting animals, plants, the very essence of our planet. It felt unbearable, and I kept wondering how we could bring people together again, how we could remind ourselves that we are stewards of this Earth, meant to live in harmony with nature and each other.
One day, I shared these thoughts with my friend Sina. We talked about the possibility of reawakening this connection, making it the center of our existence. That night, I couldn’t sleep. A prayer for the planet came to me, so clear and urgent that I had to share it with Sina right away, even though it was late. I texted him, “I know it’s late, but I had to send this to you.”
The next morning, I woke up to a message from Sina. He had also been awake at 3 a.m., channeling his own prayer for the planet. It was too powerful to be a coincidence.
Feeling inspired, I merged our prayers into one. I knew it had to resonate with everyone, so I reached out to spiritual leaders from different religions to make sure it honored all beliefs. With their guidance, I inscribed the prayer into a piece of art and sealed it with gold leaf. It became more than just a work of art—it is an amulet, a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and cherish our world.” – Ekaterina Sky
"Prayer For The Earth" collection is inspired by a prayer that came to me during a time of deep reflection on the state of our world. In a moment of synchronicity, a close friend also channeled a prayer, and I felt compelled to merge these prayers. Recognizing the universal need for unity, I sought the wisdom of spiritual leaders from different faiths to ensure that this prayer would honor and resonate with all. It is a call to unite, to heal, and to remember our shared responsibility as stewards of the Earth." - Ekaterina Sky
ABOUT THE COLLECTION
Prayer for the Earth” is an evocative collection of paintings conceived as a heartfelt prayer for our planet. This body of work aspires to forge a profound connection among individuals, uniting them under the shared mission of planetary stewardship. Each piece is a testament to our collective responsibility and a call to action, inviting viewers to embrace a unified intention of environmental guardianship.
The creation of “Prayer for the Earth” is a spiritual journey, some of the paintings undertaken within sacred environments and prayer circles. Each one of those paintings is infused with the essence of these sanctified spaces, reflecting the collective prayers and blessings of all involved. This process not only elevates the artwork but also highlights the harmonious convergence of all spiritual practices in their reverence for the natural world.
This collection is not merely a series of paintings but a visual manifestation of hope, unity, and divine guardianship. It resonates with the urgent need for humanity to come together and focus on taking care of nature, reminding us of our shared duty to protect and cherish our planet.
EKATERINA SKY
Ekaterina Sky, originally from Russia and now based in the United States, is a versatile artist whose work spans animal figurative art, muralism, writing, watercolor, and drawing. Her acrylic series “Animalize,” showcased internationally on both canvas and walls, marked a pivotal moment in her emerging career. Noteworthy among her mural projects are “India, Auroville, Tamil Nadu,” “Movement: Paint City Peaceful Mural for Black Lives Matter, Los Angeles, CA, 2020,” and “Black Rock City, USA, Water Temple at Burning Man.” In 2021, she received the U.S. Andrew Gemant Award from Animals Asia, recognized in publications like Ebby Magazine USA (2023) and The Topanga Times (2024) for her initiatives in Borneo, Indonesia, and the interactive art project “At The Core We Are One.” Her latest mural, “Eden Forest Collective,” located in Fillmore, CA, focuses on agroforestry techniques and reforestation initiatives.
She is currently planning a solo exhibition titled ‘Prayer for The Earth’, a 12 painting series that will be exhibited in Los Angeles, California. The motif of this series will invite spiritual leaders from diverse backgrounds and around the globe, lending prayer to each painting, to usher in world peace, connectivity and oneness amonsgt humanity.