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1 For the end, A Psalm of David among the Hymns for the eighth. O Lord, rebuke me not in Your wrath, neither chasten me in Your anger.
2 Pity me, O Lord; for I am weak: heal me, O Lord; for my bones are vexed.
3 My soul also is grievously vexed: but You, O Lord, how long?
4 Return, O Lord, deliver my soul: save me for Your mercy's sake.
5 For in death no man remembers You; and who will give You thanks in Hades?
6 I am wearied with my groaning; I shall wash my bed every night; I shall water my couch with tears.
7 My eye is troubled because of my wrath; I am worn out because of all my enemies.
8 Depart from me, all you that work iniquity; for the Lord has heard the voice of my weeping.
9 The Lord has hearkened to my petition; the Lord has accepted my prayer.
10 Let all my enemies be put to shame and greatly troubled: let them be turned back and grievously put to shame speedily.
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