The Petitions
THE PETITIONS Petition 1 My Father, the wicked have imprisoned me, giving me nothing but tatters to wear, leaving my body shivering. How much longer is your son to be persecuted at the hands of evildoers, before you fulfill your promise to him? The world looks on seeing your son’s tormentors terrorizing and torturing him, and does this not make them question your power? My God! Show mankind your mighty strength by delivering your son from his enemies, and establishing his eternal kingdom! Give your son and the world evidence that you remove and discipline the wicked and seat the righteous in their place. Put your son on his everlasting throne, giving him a reason to sing your praises and testify to your goodness and greatness! The people groan at the wicked oppressing them and stealing the fruits of their labor, giving them trouble and grief. The people demand deliverance from evil rulers, that their happiness ma...