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For a Virtuous Heart

Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy thought can drag down; an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose can tempt aside. Bestow upon me understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and faithfulness that finally may embrace you. Amen.

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Absolution
Prayers

The Absolution (Deacon or Layperson)

Morning & Evening Prayer

Grant to your faithful people, merciful Lord, pardon and peace; that we may be cleansed from all our sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Largire, quaesumus, Domine, fidelibus tuis indulgentiam placatus et pacem: ut pariter ab omnibus mundentur offensis, et secura tibi mente deserviant.

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Original-language source · public domain

Provenance

Gelasian, c. 790

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When a deacon or layperson leads the Daily Office, this is the form appointed in place of the priestly absolution. Its words trace through Cranmer's 1549 translation to a Frankish liturgical manuscript of the late eighth century, itself drawing on the ancient Roman prayer tradition.