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Matthew 6:1–17

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Matthew 6:1

1TAKE heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.

Matthew 6:2

2Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Matthew 6:3

3But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Matthew 6:4

4That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.

Matthew 6:5

5¶ And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Matthew 6:6

6But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

Matthew 6:7

7But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Matthew 6:8

8Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.

Matthew 6:9

9After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

Matthew 6:10

10Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

Matthew 6:11

11Give us this day our daily bread.

Matthew 6:12

12And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

Matthew 6:13

13And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

Matthew 6:14

14For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

Matthew 6:15

15But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Matthew 6:16

16¶ Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Matthew 6:17

17But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face;

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DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:1

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

TAKE

To receive, seize, carry, accept, choose, or lay hold of, with the exact sense determined by context.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

before

Earlier than in time; in front of; in the presence of; or prior in order or rank, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

otherwise

In another or different manner; in other respects or circumstances.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heaven

The expanse above the earth, including the sky or firmament; also the dwelling or throne of God, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:2

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

sound

Sound: an audible noise, voice, report, or message; as an adjective, healthy, whole, firm, or free from error; as a verb, to make a noise, play or blow an instrument, or give a signal.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

trumpet

A wind instrument used to sound signals, announce events, or accompany worship.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

before

Earlier than in time; in front of; in the presence of; or prior in order or rank, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hypocrites

Persons who pretend to virtue or godliness while concealing contrary character or conduct.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

synagogues

Jewish assemblies or the places where such assemblies meet.

Meaning drawn from: Bullokar 1616 · Cawdrey 1604 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

glory

Splendour, honour, praise, majesty, or a ground of rejoicing or boasting.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:3

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hand

The part of the body at the end of the arm; figuratively, power, possession, aid, or agency.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

know

To perceive, understand, recognize, experience, or be assured of something.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

right

Straight, correct, just, proper, or belonging to a lawful claim; also the opposite of left.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:4

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

seeth

To perceive with the eyes; to behold, observe, understand, consider, experience, or take heed, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Approved KJV word-family definition · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:5

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hypocrites

Persons who pretend to virtue or godliness while concealing contrary character or conduct.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

love

Affection, goodwill, devoted regard, or charity; as a verb, to regard with such affection or goodwill.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

standing

Remaining upright, fixed, established, or in place; as a noun, position, continuance, or rank.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

synagogues

Jewish assemblies or the places where such assemblies meet.

Meaning drawn from: Bullokar 1616 · Cawdrey 1604 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:6

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

enter

To go or come in; to penetrate; to become an ingredient or constituent part; to enter the mind.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

closet

A private, inner, or small enclosed room; also a storage room.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hast

Have: possess, hold, receive, or experience; also used as an auxiliary verb.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

seeth

To perceive with the eyes; to behold, observe, understand, consider, experience, or take heed, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Approved KJV word-family definition · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:7

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

use

Employment, purpose, or customary practice; as a verb, to employ or be accustomed.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heathen

A Gentile or nation outside Israel; one associated with the worship of other gods, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

think

To form or hold a thought; to judge, suppose, intend, consider, remember, imagine, or esteem, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

much

A great quantity or degree; abundant in amount.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:8

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

like

Similar or of the same kind; in the same manner; likely; or, as a verb, to please.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

need

Want: occasion for something; necessity; a state that requires supply or relief.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

before

Earlier than in time; in front of; in the presence of; or prior in order or rank, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:9

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

After

Later than, behind, following, or in pursuit of, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heaven

The expanse above the earth, including the sky or firmament; also the dwelling or throne of God, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

name

A word or appellation by which a person or thing is known; also reputation, character, authority, remembrance, or the person represented, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:10

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

kingdom

A realm, dominion, government, or people under a king; also the reign or sovereign rule of a king.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

done

Performed; executed; finished; a word by which agreement to a proposal is expressed.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

earth

The ground or dry land; the world or inhabited realm; or a country and its people, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heaven

The expanse above the earth, including the sky or firmament; also the dwelling or throne of God, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:11

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

Give

To grant, hand, offer, supply, yield, or cause to have.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

day

The period of light between morning and evening; a complete daily cycle; or a specified time, age, or season, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:12

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

forgive

To pardon an offence, remit a debt, or release from the penalty or resentment connected with it.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

debts

That which is due from one person to another, whether money, goods, or services; that which one person is bound to pay or perform to another.

Meaning drawn from: Approved KJV word-family definition · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

debtors

Persons who owe money or are under an obligation; figuratively, persons whose offenses are treated as a debt.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · Strong's Exhaustive Concordance 1890 (occurrence-specific) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:13

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

But; marking a contrast or qualification in the sentence.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

deliver

To rescue, set free, hand over, give up, or bring forth, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

kingdom

A realm, dominion, government, or people under a king; also the reign or sovereign rule of a king.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

power

Ability, strength, authority, dominion, or the right and capacity to act.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

glory

Splendour, honour, praise, majesty, or a ground of rejoicing or boasting.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

ever

At any time; always; continually; or forever, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:14

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

forgive

To pardon an offence, remit a debt, or release from the penalty or resentment connected with it.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:15

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

forgive

To pardon an offence, remit a debt, or release from the penalty or resentment connected with it.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:16

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

fast

Firm, fixed, or secure; moving quickly; also an abstinence from food or the act of abstaining.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hypocrites

Persons who pretend to virtue or godliness while concealing contrary character or conduct.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

sad

Sorrowful; affected with grief; cast down with affliction.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

countenance

The face, facial appearance, or look that reveals a person's condition or disposition.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

appear

To come into view, become visible, or be manifested or evident.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

reward

Recompense, or equivalent return for good done, for kindness, for services and the like.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:17

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

fastest

Firm, fixed, or secure; moving quickly; also an abstinence from food or the act of abstaining.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Skeat 1893

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

anoint

To apply oil to a person or thing, often as an act of appointment, consecration, honour, or care.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

head

The upper part of the body; a chief, source, summit, or leading position.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

wash

To cleanse with water or another liquid; to bathe or cause water to pass over.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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  1. Matthew 23:5
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  2. John 12:43
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  3. Hebrews 6:10
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  4. Matthew 23:28–30
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  5. Luke 16:15
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From verse 2

  1. Matthew 6:5
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  2. 2 Corinthians 9:6–15
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  3. Matthew 6:16
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  4. John 5:41
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  5. James 2:15–16
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  1. John 7:4
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  2. Matthew 9:30
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  3. Mark 1:44
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  4. Matthew 12:19
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  5. Matthew 8:4
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  1. Matthew 6:18
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  2. Matthew 6:6
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  3. Jeremiah 17:10
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  4. Luke 14:14
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  5. Psalms 44:21
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  1. Matthew 6:2
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  2. Luke 18:10–11
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  5. Isaiah 55:6–7
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  1. 2 Kings 4:33
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  2. Matthew 14:23
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  3. Isaiah 65:24
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  4. Acts 9:40
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  1. Ecclesiastes 5:2–3
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  2. Ecclesiastes 5:7
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  3. 1 Kings 18:26–29
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  5. Matthew 26:44
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  1. Matthew 6:32
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  1. Revelation 4:11
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  2. Luke 11:1–4
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  4. Isaiah 64:8
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  5. Psalms 111:9
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  1. Hebrews 10:36
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  3. Matthew 12:50
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  5. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
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  1. Proverbs 30:8
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  5. John 6:31–59
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  1. Ephesians 4:32
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  3. Ephesians 1:7
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  4. Matthew 18:21–35
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  5. Colossians 3:13
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  4. Revelation 7:14–17
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  1. Matthew 18:35
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From verse 16

  1. Isaiah 58:3–5
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  2. Matthew 9:14–15
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  3. Nehemiah 1:4
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  5. Luke 18:12
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  1. Ruth 3:3
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  3. 2 Samuel 12:20
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  4. Daniel 10:2–3
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