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The sinners in Zion are terrified. Trembling seizes the ungodly. Can any of us live through a fire that destroys? Can any of us live through a fire that burns forever?
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The person who does what is right and speaks the truth will live. He rejects getting rich by extortion and refuses to take bribes. He refuses to listen to those who are plotting murders. He doesn't look for evil things to do.
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This person will live on high. His stronghold will be a fortress made of rock. He will have plenty of food and a dependable supply of water.
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Your eyes will see how handsome the king is. You will see a land that stretches into the distance.
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Your mind will be thinking of the terrors [in the past]. Where are the scribes? Where are the tax collectors? Where are those who counted the towers?