14 O God, insolent men have (A)risen up against me;
    a band of ruthless men seeks my life,
    and they do not set you before them.
15 But you, O Lord, are a God (B)merciful and gracious,
    slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.
16 (C)Turn to me and be gracious to me;
    give your strength to (D)your servant,
    and save (E)the son of your maidservant.

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14 Arrogant foes are attacking me, O God;
    ruthless people are trying to kill me—
    they have no regard for you.(A)
15 But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious(B) God,
    slow to anger,(C) abounding(D) in love and faithfulness.(E)
16 Turn to me(F) and have mercy(G) on me;
    show your strength(H) in behalf of your servant;
save me, because I serve you
    just as my mother did.(I)

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