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# standing at a distance
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This was a sign of humility. He did not feel worthy to stand closer.
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# would not even lift up his eyes to heaven
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"would not even look up toward heaven"
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# hit his breast
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This is a physical expression of great sorrow, It shows this man's repentance and humility. Alternate translation: "hit his breast to show his sorrow"
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# God, have mercy on me, a sinner
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"God, please be merciful to me. I am a sinner" or "God, please have mercy on me even though I have committed many sins"