Ben Sira 45:17

17 He gave unto him His commandments and authority in the statutes of judgments, that He should teach Jacob the testimonies, and inform Israel in His laws.

Ben Sira 45:17 In-Context

15 Moses consecrated him, and anointed him with holy oil; this was appointed unto him by an everlasting covenant, and to his seed, so long as the heavens should remain, that they should minister unto Him, and execute the office of the priesthood, and bless the people in His name.

16 He chose him out of all men living to offer sacrifices to the Lord, incense and a sweet savor for a memorial, to make reconciliation for His people.

17 He gave unto him His commandments and authority in the statutes of judgments, that He should teach Jacob the testimonies, and inform Israel in His laws.

18 Strangers conspired together against him, and maligned him in the wilderness, even the men that were of Dathan's and Abiram's side, and the congregation of Korah, with fury and wrath.

19 This the Lord saw, and it displeased Him, and in His wrathful indignation were they consumed; He did wonders upon them, to consume them with the fiery flame.