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From the USCCB:

The “O Antiphons” of Advent

*Oantiphons

On the last days of Advent, you may wish to add these “O Antiphons” to your evening prayer, your prayer at table, or your bedtime prayer.

DECEMBER 17

O Wisdom of our God Most High,

guiding creation with power and love:

come to teach us the path of knowledge!

DECEMBER 18

O Leader of the House of Israel,

giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai:

come to rescue us with your mighty power!

DECEMBER 19

O Root of Jesse’s stem,

sign of God’s love for all his people:

come to save us without delay!

DECEMBER 20

O Key of David,

opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom:

come and free the prisoners of darkness!

DECEMBER 21

O Radiant Dawn,

splendor of eternal light, sun of justice:

come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.

DECEMBER 22

O King of all nations and keystone of the Church:

come and save man, whom you formed from the dust!

DECEMBER 23

O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law:

come to save us, Lord our God!

 

* Graphic by Linda Whitte Henke–who does beautiful contemporary textile artwork.