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From the times of our ancestors, we exist in great sin to this very day.
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Because of our sin and our ancestors' sin, we were handed over—with our brothers, sisters, kings, and priests—to the kings of the earth for death, exile, and plunder. We continue to bear the shame until today.
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But you, Lord, have shown to us a measure of mercy, to leave for us a descendant and honor in your holy place,
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to uncover a light for us in the Lord's house, and to give us nourishment in the time of our slavery.
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Even in our servitude we weren't forgotten, but the Lord showed us favor among the kings of the Persians