Then their numbers decreased,

and they were humbled

by oppression,

calamity

and sorrow;

he who pours contempt on nobles made them wander

in a trackless waste.

But he lifted the needy

out of their affliction

and increased their families

like flocks.

The upright see and rejoice,

but all the wicked shut their mouths.

Let the one who is wise

heed these things

and ponder the loving deeds

of the Lord.

– Psalm 107:39-43

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