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JULY THIRD Not from the dangers that beset our path
From storm or sudden death, or pain or wrath, We pray deliverance; But from the envious eye, the narrowed mind Of those that are the vultures of mankind Thy aid advance. Not at the strong man's righteous rage or hate,
But at the ambushed malice laid in wait Thy strength arise; At those who ever seek to spot the fair White garments of a neighbor's character With mud of lies. —Theodosia P. Garrison.[1]
Putting away therefore all wickedness, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings. My Lord, may I remember that to protect the character of others is to add virtue to my own. Grant that I may see the good and not be looking for the evil. Cause me to know that peace will not abide in deceit or revenge, but may be found in a happy and charitable spirit. Help me to earn thy peace. Amen. Special permission by Mitchell Kennerly, New York. |
