Sirach 46:12-14

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¹²May their bones revive from where they lie,
and may the name of those who have been honored
live again in their sons!

¹³Samuel, beloved by his Lord,
    a prophet of the Lord, established the kingdom
    and anointed rulers over his people.
¹⁴By the law of the Lord he judged the congregation,
    and the Lord watched over Jacob.

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