3 Even until now my conscience causeth me anguish on account of my impiety. (T12) 4 And yet my father comforted me much, and prayed for me unto the Lord, that the anger of the Lord might pass from me, even as the Lord showed. (T12) 5 And thenceforth until now I have been on my guard and sinned not. (T12)
Testament of Reuben 2:3–5
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Job 34:30–32
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Job 6:9–11
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