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While still a young boy he killed a giant
    and eradicated the shame of his people.
By hurling a stone from his sling
    he put an end to the boastful arrogance of Goliath.
For he called on the Most High God,
    who gave strength to his right arm
to strike down that mighty warrior
    and demonstrate the power of his people.
Therefore, they exalted him as the conqueror of tens of thousands,
    praised him while they blessed the Lord,
    and offered him a crown of glory.

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