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2-3 But as I stood there silently the turmoil within me grew to the bursting point. The more I mused, the hotter the fires inside. Then at last I spoke and pled with God: Lord, help me to realize how brief my time on earth will be. Help me to know that I am here for but a moment more.

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I was speechless and quiet;
I kept silent, even from speaking good,
and my pain intensified.(A)
My heart grew hot within me;
as I mused, a fire burned.(B)
I spoke with my tongue:
Lord, reveal to me the end of my life
and the number of my days.
Let me know how short-lived I am.(C)

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