Saint Ephraim the Syrian (305-373 C.E.) spent one part of his life as a teacher of theology and another part as an ascetic. His writings are distinctive for their poetic rhythm.
I Love You
O Lord and Master of my life,
give me not a spirit of sloth,
vain curiosity, lust for power and idle talk.
But give to me, your servant,
a spirit of soberness,
humility, patience and love.
Yea, O Lord and King,
grant me to see my own faults,
and not to condemn my brother;
for blessed are you to the ages of ages. Amen.
Craughwell, Thomas J. Editor. Every Eye Beholds You, a world treasury of prayer (p.79) Harcourt Brace & Company.
ART: LJ Austin “Contemplation 3” 2022
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