Chiastic Structures
The Old Testament
Chiastic Parallels
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A

1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.

B

2 O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah.

C

3 But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him.

D

4 Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.

D'

5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord.

C'

6 There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.

B'

7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.

A'

8 I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.