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17 God appointed a leader for each nation,
    and Israel is
    the Lord’s responsibility.[a]

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  1. Sirach 17:17 LXXb 17:18 adds whom, being the oldest male, he nurtures with instruction, and, apportioning the light of his love, he doesn’t neglect Israel (or him).

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