"May
I be no man's enemy, and may I be the friend of that which is eternal and abides. May I never quarrel with those nearest me;
and if I do, may I be reconciled quickly.
May I wish for all people's happiness and envy none. May I never rejoice in the ill-fortune of one
who has wronged me. When I have done or
said what is wrong, may I never wait for the rebuke of others, but always
rebuke myself until I make amends. May I
win no victory that harms either me or my opponent. May I reconcile friends who are angry with
one another. May I, to the extent of my
power, give all needful help to my friends and to all who are in want. May I never fail a friend in danger. When visiting those in grief may I be able by
gentle and healing words to soften their pain.
May I accustom myself to be gentle, and never be angry with people
because of circumstances. Amen." Eusebius
of Caesarea
