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22 He believes that he will not return out of darkness, and [because of his guilt] he is waited for by the sword [of God’s vengeance].

23 He wanders abroad for food, saying, Where is it? He knows that the day of darkness and destruction is already close upon him.

24 Distress and anguish terrify him; [he knows] they shall prevail against him, like a king ready for battle.

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22 He despairs of escaping the realm of darkness;(A)
    he is marked for the sword.(B)
23 He wanders about(C) for food like a vulture;(D)
    he knows the day of darkness(E) is at hand.(F)
24 Distress and anguish(G) fill him with terror;(H)
    troubles overwhelm him, like a king(I) poised to attack,

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