12 As his mercy is great, so is his correction also. He judges a man according to his works. (WEB)
Sirach 16:12
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Job 34:10–12
10 Therefore listen to me, O men of understanding. Far be it from God to do wrong, and from the Almighty to act unjustly. 11 For according to a man’s deeds He repays him; according to a man’s ways He brings consequences. 12 Indeed, it is true that God does not act wicke…
Wisdom of Solomon 6:5–7
5 He will come upon you awfully and swiftly, because a stern judgment comes on those who are in high places. (WEB) 6 For the man of low estate may be pardoned in mercy, but mighty men will be mightily tested. (WEB) 7 For the Sovereign Lord of all will not be impressed with anyon… (WEB)
Sirach 18:13–15
13 The mercy of a man is on his neighbor; but the mercy of the Lord is on all flesh: reproving, chastening, teaching, and bringing back, as a shepherd does his flock. (WEB) 14 He has mercy on those who accept chastening, and that diligently seek after his judgments. (WEB) 15 My son… (WEB)
James 2:12–14
12 Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom. 13 For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment. 14 What good is it, my brothers, if someone claims to have faith, but has n…
Epistle of Barnabas 4:11–13
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Psalms of Solomon 2:18–20
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Tobit 13:1–3
1 And Tobit wrote a prayer for rejoicing, and said, “Blessed is God who lives forever! Blessed is his kingdom! (WEB) 2 For he scourges, and shows mercy. He leads down to the grave, and brings up again. There is no one who will escape his hand. (WEB) 3 Give thanks to him before t… (WEB)
Mandates 39:2–4
2 Reason not thus, but turn to the Lord with thy whole heart, and ask of Him nothing wavering, and thou shalt know His exceeding compassion, that He will surely not abandon thee, but will fulfill the petition of thy soul. (HER) 3 For God is not as men who bear a grudge,… (HER)
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