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11 The Lord said,
    “I have saved you for a good reason.
I have made your enemies beg you
    in times of disaster and trouble.
12 No one can smash a piece of iron or bronze
    that comes from the north.
13 Your wealth and treasures
    I will give to others free of charge,
because the people of Judah have sinned
    throughout the country.

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11 The Lord said,

“Surely I will deliver you(A) for a good purpose;
    surely I will make your enemies plead(B) with you
    in times of disaster and times of distress.

12 “Can a man break iron—
    iron from the north(C)—or bronze?

13 “Your wealth(D) and your treasures
    I will give as plunder,(E) without charge,(F)
because of all your sins
    throughout your country.(G)

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