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This kind cannot be cast out except by prayer

The words "cannot" and "except" are both negative words. In some languages it is more natural to use a positive statement. Alternate translation: "This kind can be cast out only by prayer" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives)

This kind

This describes unclean spirits. Alternate translation: "This kind of unclean spirit" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis)