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My heart delighted in her, my foot walked in the right way, from my youth up I sought after her.
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I bowed down my ear a little, and received her.
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I found much wisdom in myself, and I profited much therein.
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To him that giveth me wisdom, will I give glory.
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For I have determined to follow her: I have had a zeal for good, and shall not be confounded.
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My soul hath wrestled for her, and in doing it I have been confirmed.
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I stretched forth my hands on high, and I bewailed my ignorance of her.
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I directed my soul to her, and in knowledge I found her.
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I possessed my heart with her from the beginning: therefore I shall not be forsaken.
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My entrails were troubled in seeking her: therefore shall I possess a good possession.
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The Lord hath given me a tongue for my reward: and with it I will praise him.