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And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabesh-gilead, and said unto them, Blessed be ye of Jehovah, that ye have showed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him. And now Jehovah show lovingkindness and truth unto you: and I also will requite you this kindness, because ye have done this thing. Now therefore let your hands be strong, and be ye valiant; for Saul your lord is dead, and also the house of Judah have anointed me king over them.

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he sent messengers to them to say to them, “The Lord bless(A) you for showing this kindness to Saul your master by burying him. May the Lord now show you kindness and faithfulness,(B) and I too will show you the same favor because you have done this. Now then, be strong(C) and brave, for Saul your master is dead, and the people of Judah have anointed me king over them.”

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