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17 But I have not been cruel.
    And when I pray, I speak honestly to God.

18 The earth should not hide my blood!
    People should remember how I have suffered.
    They should not forget that I asked for justice.
19 But even now, I know that I have a friend in heaven.
    He knows that I am not guilty.
    He speaks on my behalf.

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17 yet my hands have been free of violence(A)
    and my prayer is pure.(B)

18 “Earth, do not cover my blood;(C)
    may my cry(D) never be laid to rest!(E)
19 Even now my witness(F) is in heaven;(G)
    my advocate is on high.(H)

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