19 Let’s test him with insult and torture, that we may find out how gentle he is, and test his patience. (WEB) 20 Let’s condemn him to a shameful death, for he will be protected, according to his words.” (WEB) 21 Thus they reasoned, and they were led astray; for their wickedness blinded them, (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 2:19–21
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