Sirach 44:10–18
10But these were men of mercy, whose righteous deeds have not been forgotten.↗
11A good inheritance remains with their offspring. Their children are within the covenant.↗
12Their offspring stand fast, with their children, for their sakes.↗
13Their offspring will remain forever. Their glory won’t be blotted out.↗
14Their bodies were buried in peace. Their name lives to all generations.↗
15People will declare their wisdom. The congregation proclaims their praise.↗
16Enoch pleased the Lord, and was taken up, an example of repentance to all generations.↗
17Noah was found perfect and righteous. In the season of wrath, he kept the race alive. Therefore a remnant was left on the earth when the flood came.↗
18Everlasting covenants were made with him, that all flesh should no more be blotted out by a flood.↗
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