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Sirach 49:1-4 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

1. The memory of Josiah is like a blend of fragrances composed by the work of a perfumer.

2. His remembrance will be sweet like honey in every mouth, and like music at a banquet of wine.

3. He was divinely directed for the repentance of the nation, and he took away the abominations of impiety.

4. And he guided his heart toward the Lord. And during the days of sinners, he strengthened piety.

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