Preparation For Communion
by The Revd William Vickers (d. 1719)
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Prayers in preparation for receiving Holy Communion, from a book treasured by Jane Austen.
Tenth Commandment
HAVE I not secretly complained against the providence of God, as if others had too much, and I too little? Or, have I not, by unlawful means endeavoured to deprive others of their goods and prosperity? Or, have I laboured truly and faithfully to get my own living, and been content with that state of life unto which it hath pleased God to call me?
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Extracts from "A Companion To The Altar", by William Vickers. Includes some minor editorial changes, chiefly paragraphing.
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