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For an empty-headed man will be wise, When a wild donkey's colt is born a man.
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"If you would prepare your heart, And stretch out your hands toward Him;
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If iniquity were in your hand, and you put it far away, And would not let wickedness dwell in your tents;
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Then surely you could lift up your face without spot; Yes, you could be steadfast, and not fear;
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Because you would forget your misery, And remember it as waters that have passed away,
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And your life would be brighter than noonday. Though you were dark, you would be like the morning.
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And you would be secure, because there is hope; Yes, you would dig around you, and take your rest in safety.
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You would also lie down, and no one would make you afraid; Yes, many would court your favor.
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But the eyes of the wicked will fail, And they shall not escape, And their hope--loss of life!"