Ben Sira 44:18

18 Therefore was there a remnant left to the earth, when the flood came.

Ben Sira 44:18 In-Context

16 Henoch pleased God, and was translated into paradise, that he may give repentance to the nations.
17 Noe was found perfect, just, and in the time of wrath he was made a reconciliation.
18 Therefore was there a remnant left to the earth, when the flood came.
19 The covenants of the world were made with him, that all flesh should no more be destroyed with the hood.
20 Abraham was the great father of a multitude of nations, and there was not found the like to him in glory, who kept the law of the most High, and was in covenant with him.
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