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As for the holy ones in the land, they are the noble,
    in whom is all my delight.

Those who choose another god multiply their sorrows;[a]
    their drink-offerings of blood I will not pour out
    or take their names upon my lips.

The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup;
    you hold my lot.

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  1. Psalm 16:4 Cn: Meaning of Heb uncertain

I say of the holy people(A) who are in the land,(B)
    “They are the noble ones in whom is all my delight.”
Those who run after other gods(C) will suffer(D) more and more.
    I will not pour out libations of blood to such gods
    or take up their names(E) on my lips.

Lord, you alone are my portion(F) and my cup;(G)
    you make my lot(H) secure.

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