O Raphael, divinely sent guide, graciously receive the hymn we suppliants address to thee with joyful voice. Make straight for us the way of salvation, and forward our steps: lest at any time we wander astray, and turn from the path to heaven. Look down upon us from on high; reflect unto our souls the splendor shining from above, from the holy Father of lights. Give perfect health to the sick, dispel the darkness of the blind: and while driving away diseases of the body, give spiritual strength to our souls. Thou who standest before the sovereign Judge, plead for the pardon of our crimes: and as a trusty advocate appease the avenging wrath of the Most High. Renewer of the great battle, crush our proud enemy: against the rebel spirits give us strength, and increase our grace. To God the Father be glory, and to his only Son, together with the Paraclete Spirit, now and for evermore. Amen. (Breviary Hymn)
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