26 In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence
and his children have a refuge.(A)

27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,
turning people away from the snares of death.(B)

28 A large population is a king’s splendor,
but a shortage of people is a ruler’s devastation.

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