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Do not say, "I am hidden from the Lord, and who from on high has me in mind? Among so many people I am unknown, for what am I in a boundless creation?
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Lo, heaven and the highest heaven, the abyss and the earth, tremble at his visitation!
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The very mountains and the foundations of the earth quiver and quake when he looks upon them.
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But no human mind can grasp this, and who can comprehend his ways?
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Like a tempest that no one can see, so most of his works are concealed.
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Who is to announce his acts of justice? Or who can await them? For his decree is far off."
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Such are the thoughts of one devoid of understanding; a senseless and misguided person thinks foolishly.
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Listen to me, my child, and acquire knowledge, and pay close attention to my words.
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I will impart discipline precisely and declare knowledge accurately.