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The Collect for Purity · The Book of Common Prayer (1662)Read in the library ↗

Almighty God, unto whom all hearts be open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid; Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Exact wording of The Collect for Purity as printed on Prayers & Creeds. Public domain.

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  1. Read the whole passage aloud twice.
  2. Hide a few words, then say it all again, blanks included.
  3. Peek only when you are stuck. Keep going until every word is hidden.

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