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...But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. CHAP. II. JVlY son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee ; 2 So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; 3 Yea, if thou...

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