From the Fundamental Epistle of Mani

Mani, by providence of God the Father, Apostle of Jesus the Christ:
These are the healthful words from the perennial and living source,:
which he who hears first and believes them, then guards what they teach:
, shall never be subject to death but will enjoy eternal and glorious life.:
Happy indeed may he be deemed who has been initated in this divine :
Gnosis whereby he will be liberated and abide in everlasting life! :
May the peace of the invisible God and the knowledge of the Truth be:
with the holy and most dear brothers who believe in the heavenly precepts:
and at the same time fully keep them! May also the right hand of Light guard:
and save you from every evil assault and from the snares of the world!:
May the pity of the Holy Spirit open your heart and let you see your soul:
with your own eyes!

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