A Student's Prayer

O glorious St. Anthony, divinely endowed with the learning of the saints, I desire to place my studies under thy protection. Guided by thy example, I wish to draw all my knowledge from the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. With thy assistance, I will study in a spirit of penance and with a pure intention. May the Father of Light grant me, through thy intercession, a clear intellect, sound judgement and retentive memory. Help me to study perseveringly in order that I may develop the gifts with which God has endowed me, and use them according to His divine will. O dear St. Anthony, aid me to succeed in my studies and examinations, if it be for the greater glory of God and the benefit of my soul. Amen.