Sirach 46:12-14

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹²May their bones send forth new life from where they lie,
and may the names of those who have been honored
live again in their children!

¹³Samuel was beloved by his Lord;
    a prophet of the Lord, he established the kingdom
    and anointed rulers over his people.
¹⁴By the law of the Lord he judged the congregation,
    and the Lord watched over Jacob.

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