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Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 17:8-19 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

8. He gave them his own insightto let them see the majesty of his creation.

10. They will praise his holy nameand proclaim the greatness of all he does.

11. He made knowledge available to themand gave them the Law as a source of life.

12. He made an eternal covenant with themand revealed his commands to them.

13. They saw the splendour of his majestyand heard the glory of his voice.

14. He warned them against unrighteousnessand taught each person how to treat others.

15. The Lord is always aware of what people do; there is no way to hide from him.

17. He gave each nation its own ruler, but Israel is the Lord's own possession.

19. The Lord is always watching what people do; everything they do is as clear as day to him.

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