OLD TESTAMENT

Sirach 47:12

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After him a wise son rose up, who because of him lived in security.

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Verse 12. Set. Lit. “adorned the times.”—Of his. Greek “while they praised his holy name, and sounded forth holiness early.” Bible.—David strove to give all perfection to the sacred ceremonies of religion, that the people might be attracted to the tabernacle, ( Calmet.) and serve the Lord with gladness. Bible.

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