Sirach 49:13LXX

Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 13 of 19

"How shall we magnify Zorobabel? for he was as a signet on the right hand;"
Sirach 49:13

In context

11For he made mention of the enemies under the figure of rain, and of doing good to them that shewed right ways.

12And may the bones of the twelve prophets spring up out of their place: for they strengthened Jacob, and redeemed themselves by strong faith.

13How shall we magnify Zorobabel? for he was as a signet on the right hand;

14In like manner Jesus the son of Josedec? who in their days built the house, and set up a holy temple to the Lord, prepared for everlasting glory.

15And let Nehemias be a long time remembered, who raised up for us our walls that were cast down, and set up the gates and the bars, who rebuilt our houses.

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