39 Then their numbers decreased,(A) and they were humbled(B)
    by oppression, calamity and sorrow;
40 he who pours contempt on nobles(C)
    made them wander in a trackless waste.(D)
41 But he lifted the needy(E) out of their affliction
    and increased their families like flocks.(F)
42 The upright see and rejoice,(G)
    but all the wicked shut their mouths.(H)

43 Let the one who is wise(I) heed these things
    and ponder the loving deeds(J) of the Lord.

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