21 he commanded them to draw some of it out and bring it to him. When the sacrifices had been offered, Nehemiah commanded the priests to sprinkle with that liquid both the wood and the things laid on it. (WEB) 22 When that was done and some time had passed, and the sun shone out, which before was hidden with clouds, a great blaze was kindled, so that all men marveled. (WEB) 23 The priests made a prayer while the sacrifice was being consumed—both the priests and all the others. Jonathan led and the rest responded, as Nehemiah did. (WEB)
2 Maccabees 1:21–23
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30 Then the priests sang the hymns. (WEB) 31 As soon as the sacrifice was consumed, then Nehemiah commanded that the rest of the liquid be poured on large stones. (WEB) 32 When this was done, a flame was kindled; but when the light from the altar shone back, it went out. (WEB)
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1 Esdras 5:50–52
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