Baruch 4:1-6

1 She is the book of the commandments of God, the law that endures forever. All who hold her fast will live, and those who forsake her will die.

2 Turn, O Jacob, and take her; walk toward the shining of her light.

3 Do not give your glory to another, or your advantages to an alien people.

4 Happy are we, O Israel, for we know what is pleasing to God.

5 Take courage, my people, who perpetuate Israel's name!

6 It was not for destruction that you were sold to the nations, but you were handed over to your enemies because you angered God.