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"O God of my ancestors and Lord of mercy, who have made all things by your word,
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and by your wisdom have formed humankind to have dominion over the creatures you have made,
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and rule the world in holiness and righteousness, and pronounce judgment in uprightness of soul,
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give me the wisdom that sits by your throne, and do not reject me from among your servants.
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For I am your servant the son of your serving girl, a man who is weak and short-lived, with little understanding of judgment and laws;
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