Give me, O Lord,
Give me, O Lord,
A steadfast heart which no unworthy thought
Can drag downwards;
An unconquered heart which no
Tribulation can wear out;
An upright heart
Which no unworthy purpose
May tempt aside.
Bestow upon me also,
O Lord my god,
Understanding to know thee,
Diligence to seek thee,
Wisdom to find thee,
And a faithfulness that
May finally embrace thee;
Through Jesus Christ,
Our Lord.
Amen.
Saint Thomas Aquinas.