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This is my prayer to thee, my Lord--
strike, strike at the root of
penury in my heart.
Give me the strength lightly
bear my joys and sorrows.
Give me the strength
my love fruitful in service.
Give me the strength never
to disown the poor
or bend my knees before insolent might.
Give me the strength
to raise my mind high above daily triffles.
And give me the strength
to surrender my strength
to thy with love.