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I will turn my attention to a proverb.
    I will explain my riddle with the music of a lyre.
Why should I be afraid in times of trouble,
    when slanderers surround me with evil?
        They trust their riches
            and brag about their abundant wealth.

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I will turn my ear to a proverb;(A)
    with the harp(B) I will expound my riddle:(C)

Why should I fear(D) when evil days come,
    when wicked deceivers surround me—
those who trust in their wealth(E)
    and boast(F) of their great riches?(G)

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