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.
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