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18 But remember, O Lord, that your enemies laugh at you,
    that they are godless and despise you.
19 Don't abandon your helpless people to their cruel enemies;
    don't forget your persecuted people!

20 Remember the covenant you made with us.
    There is violence in every dark corner of the land.

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18 Remember how the enemy has mocked you, Lord,
    how foolish people(A) have reviled your name.
19 Do not hand over the life of your dove(B) to wild beasts;
    do not forget the lives of your afflicted(C) people forever.
20 Have regard for your covenant,(D)
    because haunts of violence fill the dark places(E) of the land.

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