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katapi HOME Wisdom of Solomon 6:1-11 - Rulers.  Wis.6.1-11
6 1 Listen therefore, O kings, and understand;
learn, O judges of the ends of the earth.
6 2 Give ear, you that rule over multitudes,
and boast of many nations.
6 3 For your dominion was given you from the Lord,
and your sovereignty from the Most High,
who will search out your works and inquire into your plans.
6 4 Because as servants of his kingdom you did not rule rightly,
nor keep the law,
nor walk according to the purpose of God,
6 5 he will come upon you terribly and swiftly,
because severe judgment falls on those in high places.
6 6 For the lowliest man may be pardoned in mercy,
but mighty men will be mightily tested.
6 7 For the Lord of all will not stand in awe of any one,
nor show deference to greatness;
because he himself made both small and great,
and he takes thought for all alike.
6 8 But a strict inquiry is in store for the mighty.
6 9 To you then, O monarchs, my words are directed,
that you may learn wisdom and not transgress.
6 10 For they will be made holy who observe holy things in holiness,
and those who have been taught them will find a defence.
6 11 Therefore set your desire on my words;
long for them, and you will be instructed.
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