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whose land was dragged down all the way to hell. I will do the same to those who haven't obeyed me, says the almighty Lord.
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The Lord said this to Ezra: Announce to my people that I have prepared a feast for them, and I will give them the kingdom of Jerusalem, which I was about to give to Israel.
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I will take Israel's glory for them and give to them the eternal dwelling places I had prepared for Israel.
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The tree of life will provide them with fragrant ointment, and they won't labor or grow tired.
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Ask and you will receive; ask for yourselves just a few days so that your days may be shortened. Already my kingdom is prepared to come, so be watchful in spirit.