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 \v 22 But Jesus turned and saw her, and said, "Daughter, take courage. Your faith has made you well." And the woman was  instantly made well.
 
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-\v 23 When Jesus came into the official's house, he saw the flute players and the crowds were making much noise.
+\v 23 When Jesus came into the official's house, he saw the flute players and the crowds making much noise.
 \v 24 He said, "Go away, for the girl is not dead, but she is asleep." But they laughed at him in mockery.
 
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