^{41 Ref} And he gave them into the hands of the nations; and they were ruled by their haters.

^{42 Ref} By them they were crushed, and made low under their hands.

^{43 Ref} Again and again he made them free; but their hearts were turned against his purpose, and they were overcome by their sins.

^{44 Ref} But when their cry came to his ears, he had pity on their trouble:

^{45 Ref} And kept in mind his agreement with them, and in his great mercy gave them forgiveness.