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 earth; and to repair the neglect, indifference, and contempt which mankind show of that loving invitation by which thou callest them to thy sweet embraces in the holy eucharist, we offer up to thee the ready obedience, contempt, and happiness of the angels. Eternal praise, &c.

11. We adore thee, never-failing Bounty and Goodness; and to repair man's offensive diffidence in thy tender mercy, we offer up to thee the steadfast reliance and assurance of the holy patriarchs in thy promises. Eternal praise, &c.

12. We adore thee, O 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 which men have had of thy real presence in the holy sacrament, we offer up to thee the due submission shown by the prophets to thy divine oracles. Eternal praise, &c.

13. We adore thee, most tender and most amiable of all fathers; and to make reparation for the errors and infidelities of thy own children, we offer up to thee the faith of the apostles. Eternal praise, &c.

14. We 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, we offer up to thee the patience and prayers of the martyrs in favor of their persecutors. Eternal praise, &c.

15. We adore thee, inexhaustible fund of treasures; and to make reparation for all the robberies committed in thy churches, we offer up to thee the rich and bountiful donations of thy devout servants. Eternal praise, &c.

16. We adore thee, O most watchful Advocate; and to make reparation for the many negligences of those who have any authority in the Church to