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 4. I adore thee, O most meek and merciful God! and to repair all the sins of anger, passion, and revenge, highly offensive in thy sight, I offer up to thee the peace, mildness, and tranquillity of the Thrones. Eternal praise, &c.

5. I adore thee, O Sacrament of Love! and to repair all the thoughts and criminal desires conceived, even at the very foot of thy altars, I offer up to thee all the pure affections and chaste desires of the Dominations. Eternal praise, &c.

6. I adore thee, O immaculate Lamb! that takest away the sins of the world! and to repair all the irreverences, gazing at dangerous objects, and disrespectful postures, during the time of holy mass, I offer to thee the profound respect of the Choir of Virtues. Eternal praise, &c.

7. I adore thee, O source and origin of all sanctity and innocence! and to repair the abominations committed by wicked priests, who consecrate and receive thee in the state of mortal sin, I offer up to thee the profound adorations and holiness of the Powers. Eternal praise, &c.