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1 Lord, defend me because I have lived an innocent life. I have trusted the Lord and never doubted.
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Vindicate me, LORD, for I have led a blameless life; I have trusted in the LORDand have not faltered.
2 Lord, try me and test me; look closely into my heart and mind.
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Test me, LORD, and try me, examine my heart and my mind;
3 I see your love, and I live by your truth.
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for I have always been mindful of your unfailing love and have lived in reliance on your faithfulness.
4 I do not spend time with liars, nor do I make friends with those who hide their sin.
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I do not sit with the deceitful, nor do I associate with hypocrites.
5 I hate the company of evil people, and I won't sit with the wicked.
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I abhor the assembly of evildoers and refuse to sit with the wicked.
6 I wash my hands to show I am innocent, and I come to your altar, Lord.
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I wash my hands in innocence, and go about your altar, LORD,
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