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16 Like an oak I spread out my branches,
    magnificent and graceful.
17 Like a grapevine I put out lovely shoots;
    my blossoms gave way to rich and glorious fruit.[a]

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  1. Sirach 24:17 Some manuscripts add verse 18: I am the mother of beautiful love, of fear, knowledge, and holy hope. Since I am eternal, I am given to all my children, who are named by him.

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