Sirach 34:16
Good News Translation
16 The Lord watches over those who love him; he is their strong protection and firm support. He shelters them from the heat, shades them from the noonday sun, and keeps them from stumbling and falling.
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Sirach 34:16
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
16 Those who fear the Lord will not be timid
or play the coward, for he is their hope.(A)
Sirach 34:16
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
16 The eyes of the Lord are upon those who love him,
a mighty protection and strong support,
a shelter from the hot wind and a shade from noonday sun,
a guard against stumbling and a defense against falling.
Ben Sira 34:16
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
16 Whoever fear the Lord are afraid of nothing
and are never discouraged, for he is their hope.(A)
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