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Sirach 45:1-5 Common English Bible (CEB)

1. dearly loved by Godand human beings—Moses, who is rememberedwith blessing.

2. The Lord made Moses’ gloryequal to that of the holy ones,and he made Moses greatso that Moses’ enemies would fear him.

3. By Moses’ words,he brought signs to a halt;the Lord glorified Mosesin the presence of kings.The Lord gave Moses commandmentsfor his people,and he showed Moses his glory.

4. The Lord ordained Mosesbecause of his faithfulnessand gentleness;he chose him out of all human beings.

5. The Lord let Moses hear his voice;he led him into the deep darkness,and he gave Moses commandmentsface-to-face,an instruction for life,and knowledge to teach the covenantto Jacob and his laws to Israel.

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