27
Those who survive her will recognize that nothing is better than the fear of the Lord, and nothing sweeter than to heed the commandments of the Lord.
25
Her children will not take root, and her branches will not bear fruit.
26
She will leave behind an accursed memory and her disgrace will never be blotted out.
27
Those who survive her will recognize that nothing is better than the fear of the Lord, and nothing sweeter than to heed the commandments of the Lord.
Footnotes 1
[a].
Other ancient authorities add as verse 28, [It is a great honor to follow God, and to be received by him is long life.]
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