39 But I am now hastening away to my rest, as did also my fathers. (T12) 40 But do ye fear the Lord our God with all your strength all the days of your life. (T12) 41 And when he had said these things he fell asleep, at a good old age. (T12)
Testament of Zebulun 2:39–41
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