66 And I exalted not myself among them in arrogance because of my worldly glory, but I was among them as one of the least. (T12) 67 If ye also, therefore, walk in the commandments of the Lord, my children, He will exalt you there, and will bless you with good things for ever and ever. (T12) 68 And if any one seeketh to do evil unto you, do well unto him, and pray for him, and ye shall be redeemed of the Lord from all evil. (T12)
Testament of Joseph 2:66–68
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