1 He brought out of him a man of mercy, who found favor in the sight of all people, a man loved by God and men, even Moses, whose memory is blessed. (WEB) 2 He made him equal to the glory of the saints, and magnified him in the fears of his enemies. (WEB) 3 By his words he caused the wonders to cease. God glorified him in the sight of kings. He gave him commandments for his people and showed him part of his glory. (WEB)
Sirach 45:1–3
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1 Maccabees 3:6–8
6 The lawless shrunk back for fear of him, and all the workers of lawlessness were very troubled, and deliverance prospered in his hand. (WEB) 7 He angered many kings and made Jacob glad with his acts. His memory is blessed forever. (WEB) 8 He went through the cities of Judah, d… (WEB)
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Sirach 46:1–3
1 Joshua the son of Nun was valiant in war, and was the successor of Moses in prophecies. He was made great according to his name for the saving of God’s elect, to take vengeance on the enemies that rose up against them, that he might give Israel their inherita… (WEB)
Sirach 44:1–3
1 Let us now praise famous men, our ancestors in their generations. (WEB) 2 The Lord created great glory in them— his mighty power from the beginning. (WEB) 3 Some ruled in their kingdoms and were men renowned for their power, giving counsel by their understanding. Some have spo… (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 4:13–15
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 wickedness. (WEB) 15 But the peoples saw and didn’t understand, not considering this, that grace and mercy are with his chosen, and that he… (WEB)
Sirach 45:6–8
6 He exalted Aaron, a holy man like Moses, even his brother, of the tribe of Levi. (WEB) 7 He established an everlasting covenant with him, and gave him the priesthood of the people. He blessed him with stateliness, and dressed him in a glorious robe. (WEB) 8 He clothed him in p… (WEB)
Sirach 48:3–5
3 By the word of the Lord he shut up the heavens. He brought down fire three times. (WEB) 4 How you were glorified, O Elijah, in your wondrous deeds! Whose glory is like yours? (WEB) 5 You raised up a dead man from death, from Hades, by the word of the Most High. (WEB)
Exodus 11:2–4
2 Now announce to the people that men and women alike should ask their neighbors for articles of silver and gold.” 3 And the LORD gave the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians. Moreover, Moses himself was highly regarded in Egypt by Pharaoh’s officials and b…
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