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Psalms
19
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1
[For the choir director; a psalm by David.] The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky displays what his hands have made.
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Psalms
19
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2
One day tells a story to the next. One night shares knowledge with the next
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Psalms
19
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3
without talking, without words, without their voices being heard.
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Psalms
19
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4
[Yet,] their sound has gone out into the entire world, their message to the ends of the earth. He has set up a tent in the heavens for the sun,
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Psalms
19
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5
which comes out of its chamber like a bridegroom. Like a champion, it is eager to run its course.
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Psalms
19
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6
It rises from one end of the heavens. It circles around to the other. Nothing is hidden from its heat.
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Psalms
19
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7
The teachings of the LORD are perfect. They renew the soul. The testimony of the LORD is dependable. It makes gullible people wise.
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Psalms
19
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8
The instructions of the LORD are correct. They make the heart rejoice. The command of the LORD is radiant. It makes the eyes shine.
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Psalms
19
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9
The fear of the LORD is pure. It endures forever. The decisions of the LORD are true. They are completely fair.
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Psalms
19
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10
They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even the drippings from a honeycomb.
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Psalms
19
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11
As your servant I am warned by them. There is a great reward in following them.
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Psalms
19
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12
Who can notice every mistake? Forgive my hidden faults.
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Psalms
19
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13
Keep me from sinning. Do not let anyone gain control over me. Then I will be blameless, and I will be free from any great offense.
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Psalms
19
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14
May the words from my mouth and the thoughts from my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my defender.