Sirach 49:12 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 1895

So was Jesus the son of Josedek: Who in their days builded the house, And exalted a people holy to the Lord, Prepared for everlasting glory.

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as was Joshua, Jozadak’s son. In their time, they built a house and raised a holy temple to the Lord, prepared for everlasting glory.

And may the bones of the twelve prophets spring up from their place. For they strengthened Jacob, and they redeemed themselves with a virtuous faith.

And may the bones of the twelve prophets spring up out of their place: for they strengthened Jacob, and redeemed themselves by strong faith.

as was Joshua son of Jehozadak. They rebuilt the Lord's holy Temple, destined for eternal fame.

So was Jesus the son of Josedek, who in their days built the house, and exalted a people holy to the Lord, prepared for everlasting glory.

as was Joshua son of Jozadak. They built a holy temple for the Lord, and it will always be famous.