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19 God, enthroned from ancient times through eternity,
    will hear my prayers and strike them down.

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For they have refused change;
    they supply their every need and have no fear of God.

20 My friend has become a foe, breaking faith, tearing down peace.
    He’s betrayed our covenant.
21 Oh, how his pleasant voice is smoother than butter,
    while his heart is enchanted by war.
Oh, how his words are smoother than oil,
    and yet each is a sword drawn in his hand.

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19 God, who is enthroned from of old,(A)
    who does not change—
he will hear(B) them and humble them,
    because they have no fear of God.(C)

20 My companion attacks his friends;(D)
    he violates his covenant.(E)
21 His talk is smooth as butter,(F)
    yet war is in his heart;
his words are more soothing than oil,(G)
    yet they are drawn swords.(H)

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