Anoint my heart with the oil of Your mercy, my most merciful Lord.
May neither anger against the strong nor scorning of the weak ever erupt in my heart! For everything is weaker than the morning dew. May hatred never make a nest in my heart against those who plot evil against me, so that I may be mindful of their end and be at peace. Mercifulness opens the way to the heart of all creatures, and brings joy. Mercilessness brings fog to the fore, and creates a cramped isolation. Have mercy on Your merciful servant, most Tender Hand, and reveal to me the mystery of Your mercy.
Prayers By the Lake, St. Nikolai of Zicha