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He has redeemed my soul in peace from the battle that was against me, For there were many against me.
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God will hear, and afflict them, Even He who abides from of old. Selah Because they do not change, Therefore they do not fear God.
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He has put forth his hands against those who were at peace with him; He has broken his covenant.
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The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, But war was in his heart; His words were softer than oil, Yet they were drawn swords.
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Cast your burden on the Lord, And He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.
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But You, O God, shall bring them down to the pit of destruction; Bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; But I will trust in You.