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the Christian Republic, safe, flourishing, and unharmed, even unto the years of a Nestor a legendary king who lived for generations, symbolizing extreme longevity, in tranquil Peace and Fortune. May He, as Author, Helper, and Director, be present to all Your councils, deeds, and pious and honest efforts, and may He at last deign to bless You with everlasting and celestial Felicity. I pray this; may the Most High favor the one praying, and may He most benignly cherish Your Illustrious Highness with His Grace. Now farewell, thrive, and flourish eternally.
Given at Halle-Saxonum, the 10th day of the Month of April, in the Year of the life-giving Birth, 1620.