11 If he continues, he will leave a greater name than a thousand. If he finally rests, it is enough for him. (WEB)
Sirach 39:11
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Sirach 41:11–13
11 The mourning of men is about their bodies; but the evil name of sinners will be blotted out. (WEB) 12 Have regard for your name, for it continues with you longer than a thousand great treasures of gold. (WEB) 13 A good life has its number of days, but a good name continues forev… (WEB)
1 Corinthians 3:13–15
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Ecclesiastes 6:5–7
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2 Baruch 66:5–7
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Sirach 18:6–8
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Odes of Solomon 26:12–14
12 For he who could interpret would be dissolved and would become that which is interpreted. (ODE) 13 For it suffices to know and to rest: for in rest the singers stand, (ODE) 14 Like a river which has an abundant fountain, and flows to the help of them that seek it. Hallelujah. (ODE)
Wisdom of Solomon 4:12–14
12 For the fascination of wickedness obscures the things which are good, and the whirl of desire perverts an innocent mind. (WEB) 13 Being made perfect quickly, he filled a long time; (WEB) 14 for his soul was pleasing to the Lord. Therefore he hurried out of the midst of wickednes… (WEB)
Sirach 37:25–27
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