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And when he comes to see me, he speaks empty words; His heart gathers wickedness to itself; When he goes outside, he tells it.

This is the way of those who are foolish, And of those after them who approve their words. Selah

"For you yourself hate discipline, And you throw My words behind you.

You love all words that devour, You deceitful tongue.

Hear my prayer, God; Listen to the words of my mouth.

His speech was smoother than butter, But his heart was war; His words were softer than oil, Yet they were drawn swords.

All day long they distort my words; All their thoughts are against me for evil.

On account of the sin of their mouths and the words of their lips, May they even be caught in their pride, And on account of curses and lies which they tell.

Listen, my people, to my instruction; Incline your ears to the words of my mouth.

They pour out words, they speak arrogantly; All who do injustice boast.

He sent darkness and made it dark; And they did not rebel against His words.

Then they believed His words; They sang His praise.

Because they had rebelled against the words of God And rejected the plan of the Most High.

They have also surrounded me with words of hatred, And have fought against me without cause.

The LORD is my portion; I have promised to keep Your words.

How sweet are Your words to my taste! Yes, sweeter than honey to my mouth!

The unfolding of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple.

My zeal has consumed me, Because my enemies have forgotten Your words.

I rise before dawn and cry for help; I wait for Your words.

Rulers persecute me without cause, But my heart stands in awe of Your words.