Wisdom 8:20LXX
Bibbia Ortodossa · LXX · Versetto 20 di 21
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"And whereas I was more good, I came to a body undefiled."
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18And that there is great delight in her friendship, and inexhaustible riches in the works of her hands, and in the exercise of conference with her, wisdom, and glory in the communication of her words: I went about seeking, that I might take her to myself.
19And I was a witty child and had received a good soul.
20And whereas I was more good, I came to a body undefiled.
21And as I knew that I could not otherwise be continent, except God gave it, and this also was a point of wisdom, to know whose gift it was: I went to the Lord, and besought him, and said with my whole heart: