18 the beginning, end, and middle of times; the alternations of the solstices and the changes of seasons; (WEB) 19 the circuits of years and the positions of stars; (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 7:18–19
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2 Enoch 30:5–7
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Book of Enoch 74:16–17
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Book of Enoch 74:8–10
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Book of Enoch 74:4–6
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