37. For we are reduced, O Lord, beyond any other nation,brought low everywhere in the world this daybecause of our sins.
38. We have in our day no prince, prophet, or leader,no burnt offering, sacrifice, oblation, or incense,no place to offer first fruits, to find favor with you.
39. But with contrite heart and humble spiritlet us be received;As though it were burnt offerings of rams and bulls,or tens of thousands of fat lambs,
40. So let our sacrifice be in your presence todayand find favor before you;for those who trust in you cannot be put to shame.
41. And now we follow you with our whole heart,we fear you and we seek your face.Do not put us to shame,
42. but deal with us in your kindness and great mercy.
43. Deliver us in accord with your wonders,and bring glory to your name, O Lord: