Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
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Wisdom of Solomon 12:16

For thy power is the beginning of righteousnes, and because thou art Lord of all things, it causeth thee to spare all things.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
For thy power is the beginning of righteousness, and because thou art the Lord of all, it maketh thee to be gracious unto all.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
For your power is the beginning of righteousness, and because you are the Lord of all, it makes you to be gracious to all.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
For thy power is the beginning of righteousness, and because thou art the Lord of all, it maketh thee to be gracious unto all.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
For your strength is the source of righteousness, and your sovereignty over all makes you to forbear all.
World English Bible