Responsorial Psalm 51: Be Merciful, O Lord

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R. Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned.

Have mercy on me, O God,
     according to your merciful love;
according to your great compassion,
     blot out my transgressions.
Wash me completely from my iniquity,
     and cleanse me from my sin.

My transgressions, truly I know them;
     my sin is always before me.
Against you, you alone, have I sinned;
     what is evil in your sight I have done.

Create a pure heart for me, O God;
     renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Do not cast me away from your presence;
     take not your holy spirit from me.

Restore in me the joy of your salvation;
     sustain in me a willing spirit.
O Lord, open my lips
     and my mouth shall proclaim your praise.

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