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Sirach 24:16-17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Sirach 24:16-17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
16 Like a terebinth I spread out my branches,
and my branches are glorious and graceful.
17 Like the vine I bud forth delights,
and my blossoms become glorious and abundant fruit.[a](A)
Footnotes
- 24.17 Other ancient authorities add as 24.18: I am the mother of beautiful love, of fear, of knowledge, and of holy hope; I give to all my children; these things are eternal for those who are named by him.
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