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19 The works of all humankind are present to him;
    nothing is hidden from his eyes.(A)

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For wisdom is a kindly spirit,
    yet she does not acquit blasphemous lips;
Because God is the witness of the inmost self(A)
    and the sure observer of the heart
    and the listener to the tongue.(B)
For the spirit of the Lord fills the world,(C)
    is all-embracing, and knows whatever is said.
Therefore those who utter wicked things will not go unnoticed,
    nor will chastising condemnation pass them by.(D)
For the devices of the wicked shall be scrutinized,
    and the sound of their words shall reach the Lord,
    for the chastisement of their transgressions;

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