Ben Sira 43:20

20 The cold north wind blows, and ice freezes over the water; it rests upon every pool of water, and the water puts it on like a breastplate.

Ben Sira 43:20 In-Context

18 The eye marvels at the beauty of its whiteness, and the mind is amazed at its falling.

19 He pours the hoarfrost upon the earth like salt, and when it freezes, it becomes pointed thorns.

20 The cold north wind blows, and ice freezes over the water; it rests upon every pool of water, and the water puts it on like a breastplate.

21 He consumes the mountains and burns up the wilderness, and withers the tender grass like fire.

22 A mist quickly heals all things; when the dew appears, it refreshes from the heat.