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Chapter 30
The Fulfillment

Those who rely on God to advise the ruler
Maintain control of the world without weapons
a
For all who draw the sword will die by the sword

Wherever army troops camp
b
Thistles and thorns grow
In the wake of a great war follow years of famine

The Master fulfills His purpose, then stops
c
a
And does not take advantage of His power to reach domination

d
He fulfills His purpose but does not boast
He fulfills His purpose but does not take glory
He fulfills His purpose but is not arrogant
He fulfills His purpose but only by necessary means
c
a
He fulfills His purpose but without force

Strong forces become powerful for a period of time but they will
e
come to an end
This is contrary to the everlasting God
That which is contrary to God soon ends