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The Romans are a very literal people.
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They take any mention of kings at face value
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and call it sedition.
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Saying Jesus is a king endangers the temple.
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Then we'll be cautious.
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And you'll refrain from saying he's the Messiah.
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But that is the truth.
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Your truth will offend many.
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And I may not be able to protect you.
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We wish to sit in the temple and win respect,
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not offend anyone.
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But we will not be censored.