26 For she is a reflection of everlasting light, an unspotted mirror of the working of God, and an image of his goodness. (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 7:26
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Wisdom of Solomon 8:3–5
3 She glorifies her noble birth by living with God. The Sovereign Lord of all loves her. (WEB) 4 For she is initiated into the knowledge of God, and she chooses his works. (WEB) 5 But if riches are a desired possession in life, what is richer than wisdom, which makes all things? (WEB)
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Wisdom of Solomon 7:21–23
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1 Esdras 4:39–41
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