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1 Esdras 9:52-55 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

52. Today is holy to the Lord, so don't be sad. He will restore your former glory.”

53. The Levites gave the command to all the people: “This day is holy; do not be sad.”

54. So all the people went home and ate and drank joyfully and shared what they had with those who had nothing. They celebrated

55. because they understood what had been read to them.Then they assembled…

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