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Almighty God, who has given us this good
land
For our heritage, we humbly beseech Thee
That we may always prove ourselves a people
mindful
Of Thy favor and glad to do Thy will.
Bless our land with honorable industry,
Sound learning, and pure manners.
Save us from violence, discord, and
confusion;
From pride and arrogance, and from every
evil way.
Defend our liberties, and fashion into one
united people
The multitude brought hither out of many
kindred's and tongues.
Endow with the spirit of wisdom that to whom
in Thy Name
We entrust the authority of government,
That there may be justice and peace at home,
And that through obedience to Thy law,
We may show forth Thy praise
Among the nations of the earth.
In time of prosperity,
Fill our hearts with thankfulness,
And, in the day of trouble, suffer not
Our trust in Thee to fail;
All of which we ask
Through Jesus Christ out Lord,
Amen.
Thomas
Jefferson
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