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[A psalm of David, written when he was in the Judean wilderness.] O God, you are my God! I long for you! My soul thirsts for you, my flesh yearns for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water. |
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Yes, in the sanctuary I have seen you, and witnessed your power and splendor. |
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Because experiencing your loyal love is better than life itself, my lips will praise you. |
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For this reason I will praise you while I live; in your name I will lift up my hands. |
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As if with choice meat you satisfy my soul. My mouth joyfully praises you, |
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whenever I remember you on my bed, and think about you during the nighttime hours. |
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For you are my deliverer; under your wings I rejoice. |
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My soul pursues you; your right hand upholds me. |
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Enemies seek to destroy my life, but they will descend into the depths of the earth. |
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Each one will be handed over to the sword; their corpses will be eaten by jackals. |
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But the king will rejoice in God; everyone who takes oaths in his name will boast, for the mouths of those who speak lies will be shut up. |
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