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A15976 The Psalmes of David translated into lyrick-verse, according to the scope, of the original. And illustrated, with a short argument, and a briefe prayer, or meditation; before, & after, every Psalme. By George Wither; Bible. O.T. Psalms. English. Wither. Wither, George, 1588-1667. 1632 (1632) STC 2735; ESTC S102335 151,742 322

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