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33 But the Lord will not leave his righteous people,
    so that their enemies have power over them.
When evil people accuse them,
    the Lord will show that they are not guilty.

34 Be patient and continue to trust the Lord.
    Obey his commands.
Then he will give you honour,
    so that you live safely in the land.
You will see that the Lord destroys wicked people.
35 I have seen cruel, wicked people become very powerful,
    like trees that grow well in good soil.

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33 but the Lord will not leave them in the power of the wicked
    or let them be condemned(A) when brought to trial.(B)

34 Hope in the Lord(C)
    and keep his way.(D)
He will exalt you to inherit the land;
    when the wicked are destroyed,(E) you will see(F) it.

35 I have seen a wicked and ruthless man
    flourishing(G) like a luxuriant native tree,

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