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I gave my back to those who beat me,
    my cheeks to those who tore out my beard;[a]
My face I did not hide
    from insults and spitting.(A)

The Lord God is my help,
    therefore I am not disgraced;
Therefore I have set my face like flint,
    knowing that I shall not be put to shame.(B)
He who declares my innocence is near.
    Who will oppose me?
    Let us appear together.
Who will dispute my right?
    Let them confront me.

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  1. 50:6 He willingly submits to insults and beatings. Tore out my beard: a grave and painful insult.