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Even though the fig trees have no blossoms,
and there are no grapes on the vines;
even though the olive crop fails,
and the fields lie empty and barren;
even though the flocks die in the fields,
and the cattle barns are empty,
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yet I will rejoice in the Lord !
I will be joyful in the God of my salvation!
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The Sovereign Lord is my strength!
He makes me as surefooted as a deer, 1
able to tread upon the heights.
(For the choir director: This prayer is to be accompanied by stringed instruments.)