World English Bible
Psalms 44:24
“Why do you hide your face, and forget our affliction and our oppression?”
Verse in context — Psalms 44
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Yes, for your sake we are killed all day long. We are regarded as sheep for the slaughter.
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Wake up! Why do you sleep, Lord? Arise! Don't reject us forever.
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Why do you hide your face, and forget our affliction and our oppression?
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For our soul is bowed down to the dust. Our body clings to the earth.
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Rise up to help us. Redeem us for your loving kindness' sake. For the Chief Musician. Set to "The Lilies." A contemplation by the sons of Korah. A wedding song.
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