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AT THE GRAVE OF A BROTHER OR SISTER
O merciful God, standing here at the grave of my dear brother (sister), I fondly
recollect the happy years we spent together, sharing the love and traditions
of our home and family. Alas! death claimed thee too soon, and removed thee
too early from those who loved thee. Though Thou hast called him (her) back,
O God, I shall always hold sacred memories of his (her) kindness and sincerity,
love and devotion. O Lord, grant that the recollections of his (her) life provide
an incentive to righteous living. I place my trust in Thee who are the source
of all life and my strength in time of sorrow. Though a link has been severed
from our family chain, help me, O God, to be more closely united with those
dear ones who remain. May the soul of my beloved brother (sister) be bound up
in the bond of eternal life together with the souls of all the righteous that
are in Thy keeping. Amen.
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