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11. I adore thee, never-failing Bounty and Goodness! and to repair man’s offensive diffidence in thy tender mercy, I offer up to thee the steadfast reliance and assurance of the holy Patriarchs in thy promises. Eternal praise, &c.

12. I adore thee, most amiable Jesus ! and revere the sacred mystery of the blessed Eucharist, revealed by thy divine word, taught by the Church, and proved by miracles; and to repair the doubts men have had of thy real presence in the holy sacrament, I offer up to thee the due submission shown by the Prophets to the divine oracles. Eternal praise, &c.

13. I adore thee, most tender and most amiable of all Fathers! and to make reparation for the errors and infidelities of thy Own children, I offer up to thee the faith of the Apostles. Eternal praise, &c.

14. I, adore thee, most loving Shepherd! pattern of true charity! and to make reparation for the designs of revenge conceived in defiance of thy divine prohibitions, I offer up to thee the patience and prayers of the Martyrs in favour Of their persecutors. Eternal praise, &c.

15. I adore thee, inexhaustible Fund of Treasures And to make reparation for all the robberies committed in thy churches, I offer up to thee the rich and bountiful donations of thy devout servants. Eternal praise, &c.

16. I adore thee, O most watchful Advocate! and to make reparation for the many negligences of those who have any duty in the Church to correct the abuses and irreverences there committed against thee, I offer up to thee the exact attention and careful solicitude of holy Bishops and Prelates. Eternal praise, &c.

17. I adore thee, O God of infinite Majesty! whom