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for thou didst save me from destruction and rescue me from an evil plight. Therefore I will give thanks to thee and praise thee, and I will bless the name of the Lord.
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While I was still young, before I went on my travels, I sought wisdom openly in my prayer.
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Before the temple I asked for her, and I will search for her to the last.
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From blossom to ripening grape my heart delighted in her; my foot entered upon the straight path; from my youth I followed her steps.
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I inclined my ear a little and received her, and I found for myself much instruction.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the 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.