17 He dispraiseth the truth, he envieth him that prospereth, he welcometh evil-speaking, he loveth arrogance, for hatred blindeth his soul; as I also then looked on Joseph. (T12) 18 Beware, therefore, my children of hatred, for it worketh lawlessness even against the Lord Himself. (T12) 19 For it will not hear the words of His commandments concerning the loving of one's--neighbour, and it sinneth against God. (T12)
Testament of Gad 1:17–19
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