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I will make justice the measuring line, and righteousness the plumb line. The hail will sweep away the refuge of lies, and the waters will overflow the hiding place.
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Verse 17. Measure. In the days of the Redeemer, they shall lead a virtuous life, ( Calmet.) or the scorners shall be treated with rigour.—Protection. The wall, ( Menochius.) or lies, (verse 15. Calmet.) on which you depend, shall turn to your confusion. Bible.
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