4 It is impossible to overlook the leadership of reflection, for it gained the victory over both emotions and troubles. (WEB)
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4 Maccabees 1:29–31
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4 Maccabees 6:33–35
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4 Maccabees 3:16–18
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4 Maccabees 1:8–10
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4 Maccabees 7:16–18
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4 Maccabees 7:22–24
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4 Maccabees 2:17–19
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4 Maccabees 1:12–14
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