midnight
In the unequal contest , in our mortal infirmity , we turn to Thee , for it is the glory of Thy Majesty when the meek sheep overcomes the roaring lion , when the Evil Spirit is repulsed by feeble flesh . Grant that our enemy , who rejoices in our offending , may be saddened by the sight of human happiness . Amen . ' He rose , for the first time , to attend the midnight office , Deodatus , who was punctual as a monk at all the hours , awaking him from sleep . But Marcus whispered an admonishing word . ` I praise your zeal , good brother ; nevertheless , as your physician , I can not suffer your night 's rest to be broken . Descend for lauds , if you will , but not earlier . '