For Rulers and the Nations

O heavenly Father, we bend the knee before Thee on behalf of all kings, princes, and governors of this world, beseeching Thee to grant unto them by Thy inspiration, to rule in righteousness, to rejoice in peace, to shine in piety, and to labour for the well-being of the people committed unto them, so that, by the rectitude of 27 the government, all faithful people may live without disturbance in the knowledge of Thee, and labour without hindrance for Thy glory. Amen. —Mozarabic Liturgy