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OFFICE OF THE DEAD
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and take it, and tread down my life on the earth, * and bring down my glory to the dust.

Rise up, O Lord, in Thy anger: * and be Thou exalted in the borders of my enemies.

And arise, O Lord, my God, for the judgment which Thou hast commanded: * and a congregation of people shall surround Thee.

And for their sakes, return Thou on high: * the Lord judgeth the people.

Judge me, O Lord, according to my justice, * and according to my innocence on me.

The wickedness of sinners shall be brought to naught; and Thou shalt direct the just: * the searcher of hearts and reins is God.

Just is my help from the Lord: * who saveth the upright of heart.

God is a just judge, strong and patient: * is He angry every day?

Unless ye be converted, He will brandish His sword: * He hath bent His bow, and made it ready.