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 THE FOURTH STATION.

Adoramus, &c.

We adore Thee, &c.

Jesus is met by his Blessed Mother.

How could an affectionate Mother absent herself from the sufferings of her afflicted Son? How could Mary be away, while Jesus was in such anguish? But what must have been the feelings of both the Mother and the Son, when they first met each other on this way of the cross!

Oh Jesus! by the compassion which Thou didst then feel for Thy tender Mother, give me grace to have a true devotion towards her. And thou, most afflicted Mother, obtain for me the favour of sharing with Thee the sufferings of my Saviour.

The Act of Contrition. Page 17.