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I have taken off the robes I wore during days of peace, and I have dressed myself like a person in mourning. I will cry out to the Eternal God for help as long as I live.
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Only the one who brought this punishment upon you can rescue you from your enemies.
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Go your own way, my children; live your own life! I am all alone.
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I have taken off the robes I wore during days of peace, and I have dressed myself like a person in mourning. I will cry out to the Eternal God for help as long as I live.
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"Take courage, my children, and cry out to God for help. He will rescue you from oppression, from the power of your enemies.
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I am confident that the Eternal God will soon set you free. The Holy One, your eternal savior, will make me happy when he shows you mercy.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.