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17 He appointed a ruler for every nation,
    but Israel is the Lord’s own portion.[a]

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  1. Sirach 17:17 Other ancient authorities add as verse 18, whom, being his firstborn, he brings up with discipline, and allotting to him the light of his love, he does not neglect him.

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