April 7, 2023

O Judge of the living and the dead,
who rewards and punishes,
this morning we raise our prayers and thoughts to you.

We share in your sufferings when you appeared before the judges,
when you played the role of the accused,
and were dragged from court to court.

You lived among us and could not be conquered by sin.

May we erase hatred, purify our thoughts, and follow your teachings.

Thus, we shall receive pardon in this world
and on the day of judgment receive your mercy,
and glorify you, your Father, and your Holy Spirit,
for ever.

Amen.

Safro Opening prayer for Great Friday of the Crucifixion from the Prayer of the Faithful