Ben Sira 17:11

11 He bestowed knowledge upon them, and allotted to them the law of life.

Ben Sira 17:11 In-Context

10 And they will praise his holy name, 9 to proclaim the grandeur of his works.

11 He bestowed knowledge upon them, and allotted to them the law of life.

12 He established with them an eternal covenant, and revealed to them his decrees.

13 Their eyes saw his glorious majesty, and their ears heard the glory of his voice.

Footnotes

• [a] Other ancient authorities add [so that they may know that they who are alive now are mortal]