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Psalms 51:1-14 God's Word Translation (GW)

1. Have pity on me, O God, in keeping with your mercy.In keeping with your unlimited compassion, wipe out my rebellious acts.

2. Wash me thoroughly from my guilt,and cleanse me from my sin.

3. I admit that I am rebellious.My sin is always in front of me.

4. I have sinned against you, especially you.I have done what you consider evil.So you hand down justice when you speak,and you are blameless when you judge.

5. Indeed, I was born guilty.I was a sinner when my mother conceived me.

6. Yet, you desire truth and sincerity.Deep down inside me you teach me wisdom.

7. Purify me from sin with hyssop, and I will be clean.Wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

8. Let me hear ⌊sounds of⌋ joy and gladness.Let the bones that you have broken dance.

9. Hide your face from my sins,and wipe out all that I have done wrong.

10. Create a clean heart in me, O God,and renew a faithful spirit within me.

11. Do not force me away from your presence,and do not take your Holy Spirit from me.

12. Restore the joy of your salvation to me,and provide me with a spirit of willing obedience.

13. ⌊Then⌋ I will teach your ways to those who are rebellious,and sinners will return to you.

14. Rescue me from the guilt of murder,O God, my savior.Let my tongue sing joyfully about your righteousness!

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