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A Psalm. A song for the dedication of the temple. Of David. I will exalt You, O LORD, for You have lifted me up and have not allowed my foes to rejoice over me. |
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O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me. |
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O LORD, You pulled me up from Sheol; You spared me from descending into the Pit. |
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Sing to the LORD, O you His saints, and praise His holy name. |
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For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning. |
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In prosperity I said, “I will never be shaken.” |
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O LORD, You favored me; You made my mountain stand strong. When You hid Your face, I was dismayed. |
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To You, O LORD, I called, and I begged my Lord for mercy: |
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“What gain is there in my bloodshed, in my descent to the Pit? Will the dust praise You? Will it proclaim Your faithfulness? |
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Hear me, O LORD, and have mercy; O LORD, be my helper.” |
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You turned my mourning into dancing; You peeled off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, |
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that my heart may sing Your praises and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks forever. |
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