Ben Sira 44:17

17 Noah was found perfect and righteous; in the time of wrath he was taken in exchange; therefore a remnant was left to the earth when the flood came.

Ben Sira 44:17 In-Context

15 Peoples will declare their wisdom, and the congregation proclaims their praise.
16 Enoch pleased the Lord, and was taken up; he was an example of repentance to all generations.
17 Noah was found perfect and righteous; in the time of wrath he was taken in exchange; therefore a remnant was left to the earth when the flood came.
18 Everlasting covenants were made with him that all flesh should not be blotted out by a flood.
19 Abraham was the great father of a multitude of nations, and no one has been found like him in glory;
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