6 He tested them like gold in the furnace, and he accepted them as a whole burnt offering. (WEB) 7 In the time of their visitation they will shine. They will run back and forth like sparks among stubble. (WEB) 8 They will judge nations and have dominion over peoples. The Lord will reign over them forever. (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 3:6–8
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