Famous Prayers

The Prayer of St. Richard (Day by Day)

The prayer of Richard, Bishop of Chichester, said to have been spoken on his deathbed. Its closing lines inspired the song "Day by Day".

Thanks be to thee, my Lord Jesus Christ, for all the benefits thou hast given me, for all the pains and insults thou hast borne for me. O most merciful Redeemer, Friend and Brother, may I know thee more clearly, love thee more dearly, and follow thee more nearly, day by day. Amen.