29 Fire, hail, famine, and death— all these are created for vengeance— (WEB) 30 wild beasts’ teeth, scorpions, adders, and a sword punishing the ungodly to destruction. (WEB) 31 They will rejoice in his commandment, and will be made ready upon earth when needed. In their seasons, they won’t disobey his command. (WEB)
Sirach 39:29–31
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