Wisdom of Solomon 12:16–19

16 For thy power is the beginning of justice: and because thou art Lord of all, thou makest thyself gracious to all.

17 For thou shewest thy power, when men will not believe thee to be absolute in power, and thou convincest the boldness of them that know thee not.

18 But thou being master of power, judgest with tranquillity, and with great favour disposest of us: for thy power is at hand when thou wilt.

19 But thou hast taught thy people by such works, that they must be just and humane, and hast made thy children to be of a good hope: because in judging, thou givest place for repentance for sins.

Wisdom of Solomon 12:16–19 — New Revised Standard Version: Updated Edition (NRSVue)

16 For your strength is the source of righteousness,

and your sovereignty over all causes you to spare all.

17 For you show your strength when people doubt the completeness of your power,

and you rebuke any insolence among those who know it.

18 Although you are sovereign in strength, you judge fairly,

and with great forbearance you govern us,

for you have power to act whenever you choose.

19 Through such works you have taught your people

that the righteous must be kind,

and you have filled your children with good hope,

because you give repentance for sins.

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