8 You gave a command to build a sanctuary on your holy mountain, and an altar in the city where you live, a copy of the holy tent which you prepared from the beginning. (WEB) 9 Wisdom is with you and knows your works, and was present when you were making the world, and understands what is pleasing in your eyes, and what is right according to your commandments. (WEB) 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)
Wisdom of Solomon 9:8–10
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Wisdom of Solomon 9:3–5
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Wisdom of Solomon 9:16–18
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Wisdom of Solomon 7:14–16
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2 Baruch 54:12–14
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Wisdom of Solomon 7:6–8
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3 Maccabees 2:15–17
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1 Chronicles 17:24–26
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