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For the lowliest may be pardoned in mercy, but the mighty will be mightily tested.
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For the Lord of all will not stand in awe of anyone, or show deference to greatness; because he himself made both small and great, and he takes thought for all alike.
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But a strict inquiry is in store for the mighty.
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To you then, O monarchs, my words are directed, so that you may learn wisdom and not transgress.
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For they will be made holy who observe holy things in holiness, and those who have been taught them will find a defense.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.