Sirach 43 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021(NRSVUE)

Sirach 43The Splendor of the Sun

1 a furnace works in burning heat,

but three times as hot is the sun scorching the mountains;

when it breathes out fiery vapors

and when it shines forth its rays, it blinds the eyes.

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governing the times, an everlasting sign.

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how marvelous it is in this change,

a beacon to the hosts on high

shining in the vault of the heavens!

The Glory of the Stars and the Rainbow

9 sea monsters.

26 have seen but few of his works.

33For the Lord has made all things,

and to the godly he has given wisdom.