July 15, 2022
We beg the all-merciful Father through You,
to send upon us from His treasure-house
the Spirit of sevenfold grace, who rested upon You
in all His fullness:
the spirit of wisdom,
enabling us to relish the fruit of the tree of life,
which is indeed thyself;
the gift of understanding:
to enlighten our perceptions;
the gift of prudence,
enabling us to follow in Thy footsteps;
the gift of strength:
to withstand our adversary’s onslaught;
the gift of knowledge:
to distinguish good from evil by the light
of Your holy teaching;
the gift of fear:
to withdraw from all ill-doing and live quietly
in awe of Your eternal majesty.
These are the things for which we petition.
Grant them for the honor of Your Holy Name.
Amen.