23 Be followers of his compassion, therefore, with a good mind, that ye also may wear crowns of glory. (T12) 24 For the good man hath not a dark eye; for he showeth mercy to all men, even though they be sinners. (T12) 25 And though they devise with evil intent. concerning him, by doing good he overcometh evil, being shielded by God; and he loveth the righteous as his own soul. (T12)
Testament of Benjamin 1:23–25
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