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The evil deeds of the wicked ensnare him. The cords of his sin hold him firmly.
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Verse 22. Ropes. “Evil habits unrestrained induce a necessity,” (Saint Augustine Conf. viii. 5.) though not absolute. Bible.—The libertine thinks he can get free as soon as he pleases; not being aware of the chains which he is forging for himself. Calmet.—Sin requires punishment. Menochius.
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