Almighty God! sole ruler and governor of the whole universe!
Thou who hast created countless systems for thy glory!
Thou, who fillest all space with thy wisdom, truth, order and benevolence,
in thy boundless mercy, bless, preserve and enlighten
the President of these United States, together with his counsellors,
and all the officers of the General and State Governments,
executive, legislative and judicial.
O, may a portion of thy divine wisdom
fill the halls of their assemblies,
and direct their hearts and understandings
for the honour of thy holy name,
and the prosperity of our beloved country.
May the spirit of peace be ever in their counsels,
and integrity be their leading principle.

We have reason to bless and extol thy goodness, O Lord!
that thou hast numbered us with the inhabitants of this thy much favoured land,
uniting us all into one great family,
where the noble and virtuous mind
is the only crown of distinction,
and equality of rights
the only fountain of power.

We bless thy holy name,
that thou hast removed the intolerance of bigotry
far from out this happy republic,
and hast relieved the people
from the yoke of political and religious bondage.

May thy redeeming spirit visit all the nations of the earth,
and may the smiles of thy auspicious goodness
be a light to the eyes of rulers,
and the fear of thy justice
awaken contrition in the heart of the oppressor.

Graciously incline thine ear
to the supplications of thy servants,
assembled here this day.

Bless the people of these United States.
May sentiments of charity and friendship
unite them as citizens of one common country.
May the lights of science and civilization,
as the flaming sword of Eden,
defend them on every side
from the subtle hypocrite
and open adversary.

Spread thy benign influence, great Author of existence! over all mankind.
Grant this for the sake of thy supreme excellence
and never ending mercies,
and let us all say, Amen.