Prayer Before a Crucifix

Behold, O kind and most sweet Jesus, I cast myself upon my knees in thy sight, and with the most fervent desire of my soul I pray and beseech thee that thou wouldst impress upon my heart lively sentiments of faith, hope, and charity, with true contrition for my sins and a firm purpose of amendment; while with deep affection and grief of soul I ponder within myself and mentally contemplate thy five most precious wounds, having before mine eyes that which David spoke in prophecy: They have pierced my hands and my feet; they have numbered all my bones. Amen.

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