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eh, GOD — the God who is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, teeming with loyal love and faithfulness. I faithfully extend this kindness to thousands of generations. However, while I forgive sinful evildoers who turn against me, I’m not a pushover! My kindness is immeasurable, but I continue to hold people’s feet to the fire, keeping them responsible to the second, third, and fourth generations. I won’t neglect to punish the guilty.