Luke 1:78-79

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Because of the tender mercy of our God, 
With which the Sunrise from on high will visit us, 
TO SHINE UPON THOSE WHO SIT IN DARKNESS AND THE SHADOW OF DEATH, 
To guide our feet into the way of peace.”  NASB

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