28 For as it was your decision to go astray from God, return and seek him ten times more. (WEB) 29 For he who brought these calamities upon you will bring you everlasting joy again with your salvation. (WEB) 30 Take courage, O Jerusalem, for he who called you by name will comfort you. (WEB)
Baruch 4:28–30
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Baruch 4:17–19
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Baruch 4:22–24
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Sirach 2:8–10
8 All you who fear the Lord, put your trust in him, and your reward will not fail. (WEB) 9 All you who fear the Lord, hope for good things, and for eternal gladness and mercy. (WEB) 10 Look at the generations of old, and see: Who ever put his trust in the Lord, and was ashamed? O… (WEB)
Baruch 4:4–6
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