Psalms 122:9

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Psalms 122:7–9 · Berean Standard Bible

7 May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.”

8 For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”

9 For the sake of the house of the LORD our God, I will seek your prosperity.

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