Sirach 47:2 - Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

And as the fat taken away from the flesh, so was David chosen from among the children of Israel.

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Just as the fat is separated from the offering of well-being, so David was set apart from the Israelites.

And just as fat is separated from meat, so was David separated from the sons of Israel.

As the choice fat portion of the fellowship offering is reserved for the Lord, so David was chosen from among the Israelites.

As is the fat when it is separated from the peace offering, so was David separated from the children of Israel.

The Lord set David apart from Israel, his people, just as the fat is taken from sacrifices and is given to the Lord.

As the choice fat portion of the fellowship offering is reserved for the Lord, so David was chosen from among the Israelites.

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