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The Almighty Lord has spoken clearly to me.
I have accepted his message,
    and I have not turned back.
I offered my back
    to the people who hit me.
I offered my face
    to the people who pulled out my beard.
When they insulted me and they spat at me,
    I did not hide my face from them.
The Almighty Lord helps me,
    so I will not be ashamed.
I have decided to stand and be strong,
    because I know that I will not be ashamed.

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The Sovereign Lord(A) has opened my ears;(B)
    I have not been rebellious,(C)
    I have not turned away.
I offered my back to those who beat(D) me,
    my cheeks to those who pulled out my beard;(E)
I did not hide my face
    from mocking and spitting.(F)
Because the Sovereign Lord(G) helps(H) me,
    I will not be disgraced.
Therefore have I set my face like flint,(I)
    and I know I will not be put to shame.(J)

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