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THE

Order for Compline,

OR,

PRAYERS BEFORE BED-TIME.

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All standing up, the Priest shall say,

	Blessed be the name of the LORD.
Answer.	From this time forth for evermore.
Priest.	Almighty GOD grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Answer.	Amen.

THE LESSON.
I S. Peter, v. 8.

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: whom resist, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren which are in the world.

Answer.	But Thou, O LORD, have mercy upon us.
Priest.	Our help is in the Name of the LORD;
Answer.	Who hath made heaven and earth.