Ben Sira 44:18

18 An everlasting covenant was made with him: that all flesh should perish no more by the flood.

Ben Sira 44:18 In-Context

16 Enoch pleased the Lord and was translated, being an example of repentance to all generations.

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

18 An everlasting covenant was made with him: that all flesh should perish no more by the flood.

19 Abraham was a great father of many people: in glory was there none like unto him,

20 who kept the law of the Most High, and was in covenant with Him. He established the covenant in his flesh; and when he was proved, he was found faithful.