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Sirach 26:16
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Sirach 26:16
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As the sun when it ariseth in the high heaven; so is the beauty of a good wife in the ordering of her house.
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Sirach 26:16 In-Context
14
A silent and loving woman is a gift of the Lord; and there is nothing so much worth as a mind well instructed.
15
A shamefaced and faithful woman is a double grace, and her continent mind cannot be valued.
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As the sun when it ariseth in the high heaven; so is the beauty of a good wife in the ordering of her house.
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As the clear light is upon the holy candlestick; so is the beauty of the face in ripe age.
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As the golden pillars are upon the sockets of silver; so are the fair feet with a constant heart.
The Brenton translation of the Septuagint is in the public domain.