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Isaiah 1:17-23

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17Learn to do good;

Rebuke the oppressor,

Obtain justice for the orphan,

Plead for the widow’s case.

18“Come now, and let us debate your case,”

“Though your sins are as scarlet,

They shall become as white as snow;

Though they are red like crimson,

They shall be like wool.

19“If you are willing and obedient,

You will eat the best of the land;

20But if you refuse and rebel,

You will be devoured by the sword.”

For the mouth of the Lord has spoken.

21How the faithful city has become a prostitute,

She who was full of justice!

Righteousness once dwelt in her,

But now murderers.

22Your silver has become waste matter,

Your drink diluted with water.

23Your rulers are rebels

And companions of thieves;

Everyone loves a bribe

And chases after gifts.

They do not obtain justice for the orphan,

Nor does the widow’s case come before them.