0 Lord, according to Thy great mercy ; and
according to the multitude of Thy compassions,
blot out my transgression. Wash me still more
from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my
sin. For I acknowledge my iniquity, and my sin
is ever before me. Against Thee only have I
sinned, and done that which was evil in Tliy sight ;
that Thou mayest be justified in Thy sayings,
and mayest overcome when Thou^ art judged.
For, behold, I was conceived in transgressions,
and in my sins did my mother conceive me.
For, behold. Thou hast loved truth ; the secret
and hidden things of wisdom hast Thou shown
me. Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, and