31 And they who have died in grief shall arise in joy, and they who were poor for the Lord's sake shall be made rich, and they who are put to death for the Lord's sake shall awake to life. (T12) 32 And the harts of Jacob shall run in joyfulness, and the eagles of Israel shall fly in gladness; and all the people shall glorify the Lord for ever. (T12) 33 Observe, therefore, my children, all the law of the Lord, for there is hope for all them who hold fast unto, His ways. (T12)
Testament of Judah 4:31–33
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