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Ezra 9:2-4
Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
Ezra 9:2-4
Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
2 For they have taken as wives some of their daughters for themselves and for their sons, so that the holy offspring have mixed themselves with the peoples of the lands. Indeed, the officials and chief men have been foremost in this wicked act and direct violation [of God’s will].(A)
3 When I heard this, I rent my undergarment and my mantle, I pulled hair from my head and beard and sat down appalled.
4 Then all those who trembled at the words of the God of Israel because of the offensive violation of His will by the returned exiles gathered around me as I sat astounded until the evening sacrifice.
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