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In all that he did he gave thanks to the Holy One, the Most High, proclaiming his glory; he sang praise with all his heart, and he loved his Maker.
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He placed singers before the altar, to make sweet melody with their voices.
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He gave beauty to the festivals, and arranged their times throughout the year, while they praised God's holy name, and the sanctuary resounded from early morning.
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The Lord took away his sins, and exalted his power forever; he gave him a covenant of kingship and a glorious throne in Israel.
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After him a wise son rose up who because of him lived in security:
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Solomon reigned in an age of peace, because God made all his borders tranquil, so that he might build a house in his name and provide a sanctuary to stand forever.
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How wise you were when you were young! You overflowed like the Nile with understanding.
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Your influence spread throughout the earth, and you filled it with proverbs having deep meaning.
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Your fame reached to far-off islands, and you were loved for your peaceful reign.
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Your songs, proverbs, and parables, and the answers you gave astounded the nations.
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In the name of the Lord God, who is called the God of Israel, you gathered gold like tin and amassed silver like lead.