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Indeed, he founded it upon the seas,
    he established it upon deep waters.[a]

Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord?[b]
    Who may stand in his Holy Place?
The one who has innocent hands and a pure heart;
    the person who does not delight in what is false
        and does not swear an oath deceitfully.

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  1. Psalm 24:2 Lit. rivers; i.e. the subterranean waters
  2. Psalm 24:3 I.e. the temple mount

for he founded it on the seas
    and established it on the waters.(A)

Who may ascend the mountain(B) of the Lord?
    Who may stand in his holy place?(C)
The one who has clean hands(D) and a pure heart,(E)
    who does not trust in an idol(F)
    or swear by a false god.[a]

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  1. Psalm 24:4 Or swear falsely