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But he did not include Levi and Benjamin in the numbering, for the king's command was abhorrent to Joab.
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But God was displeased with this thing, and he struck Israel.
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David said to God, "I have sinned greatly in that I have done this thing. But now, I pray you, take away the guilt of your servant; for I have done very foolishly."
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The Lord spoke to Gad, David's seer, saying,
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"Go and say to David, "Thus says the Lord: Three things I offer you; choose one of them, so that I may do it to you.' "