19 But my enemies are vigorous and powerful;[a]
many hate me for no reason.(A)
20 Those who repay evil for good
attack me for pursuing good.(B)

21 Lord, do not abandon me;
my God, do not be far from me.(C)

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  1. Psalm 38:19 Or numerous

19 Many have become my enemies(A) without cause[a];
    those who hate me(B) without reason(C) are numerous.
20 Those who repay my good with evil(D)
    lodge accusations(E) against me,
    though I seek only to do what is good.

21 Lord, do not forsake me;(F)
    do not be far(G) from me, my God.

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  1. Psalm 38:19 One Dead Sea Scrolls manuscript; Masoretic Text my vigorous enemies