526 LITANY OF ST. STANISLAUS KOSTKA.
ed him in tender infancy to the sanctity of riper age; mercifully grant that, helped by his intercession, we may obtain his virtues, and eternally enjoy with him thy glorious vision, through our Lord Jesus Christ,& c. Amen.
For Purity.
My most pure patron Stanislaus, angel of purity! I rejoice with thee for that marvellous gift of virginal purity which graced thy spotless heart; I humbly pray thee, obtain for me strength against all impure temptations, and inspire me with constant watchfulness to guard my purity, that virtue most glorious in itself, and most acceptable to God. Pater, Ave, Gloria.
For Charity.
My most loving patron Stanislaus, seraph of charity, I rejoice with thee for the burning flame of love which ever kept thy pure and innocent heart elevated to, and united with its God; I humbly pray thee, kindle in me a flame of the love of God, so burning bright as to consume away all earthly love, and set me all on fire with his holy love. Pater, Ave, Gloria.
For a Good Death.
My most tender and most powerful patron Stanislaus, angel of purity, and seraph or charity, I rejoice with thee for thy most happy death, originating in thy desire to contemplate Mary assumed into heaven, and caused at last by a gushing burst of love for her. I give thanks to Mary because she willed to accom