1 But she reaches from one end to the other with full strength, and orders all things well. (WEB) 2 I loved her and sought her from my youth. I sought to take her for my bride. I became enamoured by her beauty. (WEB) 3 She glorifies her noble birth by living with God. The Sovereign Lord of all loves her. (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 8:1–3
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Wisdom of Solomon 9:10–12
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Wisdom of Solomon 8:9–11
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2 Esdras 10:49–51
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Sirach 4:12–14
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