Leader:

In the beginning our forefathers served idols; but now the Omnipresent One has brought us close to His service.

Group:

Forgive us, O Holy One, for idolizing our bodies by being obsessed with our figures. Bring us close to Your service once again.

Leader:

The Egyptians treated us badly and they made us suffer, and they put hard work upon us.

Group:

Others have made us hate our bodies and mistreat them. 

Leader:

And we cried out to the Lord, the God of our fathers, and the Lord heard our voice and saw our suffering, our labor, and our oppression. 

Group:

The Lord brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand and outstretched arm, with great awe, miraculous signs and wonders.


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