Speak the truth, do not yield to anger; give, if thou art asked for little; by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.

Give thanks for unknown blessings already on their way.

Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure

We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, in order to make your hope sure

For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, do not fear; I will help you