Offertory of Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul

1 Paralipomenon 29:17-18

O Lord God, in the simplicity of my heart I have joyfully offered all these things; and I have seen with great joy Thy people which are here present: O God of Isræl, keep this will.

Haydock

Verse 17. Simplicity. Heb. “uprightness.” Sept. “justice;” (H.) a pure intention, which our Saviour styled a single eye. Mat. vi. 22. T.

Verse 18. This. Heb. “keep this for ever, in the imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy people, and direct their heart unto thee. Preserve these good dispositions, which though has given them.” C.

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