Wisdom of Jesus ben Sirach, Part 111 summary
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In The Praise of Simon the High Priest, Simon strengthens the temple, protects his nation, and leads a splendid ceremony at the altar. Images of light, flowers, and precious materials praise his appearance, while the priests sound trumpets and the assembled people bow before God.
What happens
- Simon fortifies the temple, enlarges the city and its sacred entrance, and protects his nation from destruction.
- The praise compares Simon in his priestly clothing to heavenly lights, flowers, incense, precious materials, and flourishing trees.
- Simon receives the offerings and stands at the altar, surrounded by priests compared to cedars and palms.
- He completes his altar service and pours a fragrant wine offering at its base.
- The priests sound trumpets, and the people fall face down to worship God.
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The key line
“He took care of his nation and delivered it from destruction.”The narrator
This line presents Simon as a protector of his people, not only a leader of temple ceremonies.
Quick check
What do the people do after the priests sound their trumpets?
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“Wisdom of Jesus ben Sirach, Part 111 summary.” Library of Alexandria, 2026, libraryofalexandria.com/pages/wisdom-of-jesus-ben-sirach-part-111-summary.
Library of Alexandria. (2026). Wisdom of Jesus ben Sirach, Part 111 summary. https://libraryofalexandria.com/pages/wisdom-of-jesus-ben-sirach-part-111-summary
“Wisdom of Jesus ben Sirach, Part 111 summary.” Library of Alexandria, 2026. https://libraryofalexandria.com/pages/wisdom-of-jesus-ben-sirach-part-111-summary.
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publisher = {Library of Alexandria},
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