10 Send her from the holy heavens, and ask her to come from the throne of your glory, that being present with me she may work, and I may learn what pleases you well. (WEB) 11 For she knows all things and understands, and she will guide me prudently in my actions. She will guard me in her glory. (WEB) 12 So my works will be acceptible. I will judge your people righteously, and I will be worthy of my father’s throne. (WEB)
Wisdom of Solomon 9:10–12
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