R. Amen

From the Firsi Vespers of Christmas to Candle mas.

V. After childbirth, O Virgin, thou didst remain inviolate.

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O Mother ot God, plead for us. Let us pray O God, Who by the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary hast given to mankind the rewards of eternal salvation: grant, we beseech Thee, that we may experience her intercession for us, by Whom we de- served to receive the Author of life, Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, God, world without end. Digitized by General Devotions R. Amen