Psalms 78:37-39

³⁷Forsooth the heart of them was not rightful or right with him; neither they were had faithful in his testament.

³⁸But he is merciful, and he shall be made merciful to the sins of them; and he shall not destroy them. And he did greatly, to turn away his ire; and he kindled not all his ire.

³⁹And he bethought, that they be flesh; a spirit going, and not turning again.