Sirach 39:15LXX

Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 15 of 41

"If he continue, he shall leave a name above a thousand: and if he rest, it shall be to his advantage."
Sirach 39:15

In context

13The memory of him shall not depart away, and his name shall be in request from generation to generation.

14Nations shall declare his wisdom, and the church shall shew forth his praise.

15If he continue, he shall leave a name above a thousand: and if he rest, it shall be to his advantage.

16I will yet meditate that I may declare: for I am filled as with a holy transport.

17By a voice he saith: Hear me, ye divine offspring, and bud forth as the rose planted by the brooks of waters.

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