Ben Sira 39:13

13 Listen to me, my faithful children, and blossom like a rose growing by a stream of water.

Ben Sira 39:13 In-Context

11 If he lives long, he will leave a name greater than a thousand, and if he goes to rest, it is enough for him.
12 I have more on my mind to express; I am full like the full moon.
13 Listen to me, my faithful children, and blossom like a rose growing by a stream of water.
14 Send out fragrance like incense, and put forth blossoms like a lily. Scatter the fragrance, and sing a hymn of praise; bless the Lord for all his works.
15 Ascribe majesty to his name and give thanks to him with praise, with songs on your lips, and with harps; this is what you shall say in thanksgiving:
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