Henoch pleased God, and was translated into paradise, that he may give repentance to the nations.17 Noe was found perfect, just, and in the time of wrath he was made a reconciliation.18 Therefore was there a remnant left to the earth, when the flood came.19 The covenants of the world were made with him, that all flesh should no more be destroyed with the flood.20 Abraham was the great father of a multitude of nations, and there was not found the like to him in glory, who kept the law of the most High, and was in covenant with him.21 In his flesh he established the covenant, and in temptation he was found faithful.22 Therefore by an oath he gave him glory in his posterity, that he should increase as the dust of the earth,23 And that he would exalt his seed as the stars, and they should inherit from sea to sea, and from the river to the ends of the earth.24 And he did in like manner with Isaac for the sake of Abraham his father.25 The Lord gave him the blessing of all nations, and confirmed his covenant upon the head of Jacob.26 He acknowledged him in his blessings, and gave him an inheritance, and divided him his portion in twelve tribes.27 And he preserved for him men of mercy, that found grace in the eyes of all flesh.3 He glorified him in the sight of kings, and gave him commandments in the sight of his people, and shewed him his glory.4 He sanctified him in his faith, and meekness, and chose him out of all flesh.5 For he heard him, and his voice, and brought him into a cloud.6 And he gave him commandments before his face, and a law of life and instruction, that he might teach Jacob his covenant, and Israel his judgments.7 He exalted Aaron his brother, and like to himself of the tribe of Levi:8 He made an everlasting covenant with him, and gave him the priesthood of the nation, and made him blessed in glory,9 And he girded him about with a glorious girdle, and clothed him with a robe of glory, and crowned him with majestic attire.10 He put upon him a garment to the feet, and breeches, and as ephod, and he compassed him with many little bells of gold all round about,11 That as he went there might be a sound, and a noise made that might be heard in the temple, for a memorial to the children of his people.12 He gave him a holy robe of gold, and blue, and purple, a woven work of a wise man, endued with judgment and truth:13 Of twisted scarlet the work of an artist, with precious stones cut and set in gold, and graven by the work of a lapidary for a memorial, according to the number of the tribes of Israel.14 And a crown of gold upon his mitre wherein was engraved Holiness, an ornament of honour: a work of power, and delightful to the eyes for its beauty.15 Before him there were none so beautiful, even from the beginning.16 No stranger was ever clothed with them, but only his children alone, and his grandchildren for ever.17 His sacrifices were consumed with fire every day.18 Moses filled his hands and anointed him with holy oil.19 This was made to him for an everlasting testament, and to his seed as the days of heaven, to execute the office of the priesthood, and to have praise, and to glorify his people in his name.20 He chose him out of all men living, to offer sacrifice to God, incense, and a good savour, for a memorial to make reconciliation for his people:
In the. Greek, “ futurity by their predictions.” Kings, judges, and prophets are praised. (Haydock) — The virtuous are justly styled kings, Genesis xxiii. (Worthington)
The present. Greek, “the people by counsels, and by the knowledge of the office of scribes of the people. Wise in speech by their instruction. ( 5. ) Seeking out,” &c. (Haydock) — Prudence and eloquence ought to appear in a ruler.
Into. Greek, “a model of penance to past or future generations.” (Haydock) — The Latin fathers suppose that Henoch was translated to heaven, or to the earthly paradise. It is the tradition both of Jews and of Christians that he is still alive, and will come to oppose Antichrist, (Apocalypse xi. 3., Genesis v. 22., and Hebrews xi. 5.; Calmet) when he will preach penance, (Worthington) chiefly to the Gentiles, while Elias will address himself to the Jews. (Haydock)
A. Greek, “an exchange,” to save mankind, Genesis vi. 8., and viii. 21. (Calmet) — Noe[Noah] was perfect, (Worthington) which does not exclude some human failings. (Haydock)
Men. The Israelites, ver. 10. Greek, “the man,” Joseph; though the Greek of the Roman edition would refer it to Moses. (Calmet) — Grabe corrects his copy agreeably to the Vulgate. (Haydock) Bible Text & Cross-references: The praises of the holy fathers, in particular of Henoch, Noe, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. 1 Let us now praise men of renown, and our fathers in their generation. 2 The Lord hath wrought great glory through his magnificence, from the beginning. 3 Such as have borne rule in their dominions, men of great power, and endued with their wisdom, shewing forth in the prophets the dignity of prophets, 4 And ruling over the present people, and by the strength of wisdom instructing the people in most holy words. 5 Such as by their skill sought out musical tunes, and published canticles of the scriptures. 6 Rich men in virtue, studying beautifulness: living at peace in their houses. 7 All these have gained glory in their generations, and were praised in their days. 8 They that were born of them have left a name behind them, that their praises might be related: 9 And there are some, of whom there is no memorial: who are perished, as if they had never been: and are born, as if they had never been born, and their children with them. 10 But these were men of mercy, whose godly deeds have not failed: 11 Good things continue with their seed, 12 Their posterity are a holy inheritance, and their seed hath stood in the covenants: 13 And their children for their sakes remain for ever: their seed and their glory shall not be forsaken. 14 Their bodies are buried in peace, and their name liveth unto generation and generation. 15 Let the people shew forth their wisdom, and the church declare their praise. 16 *Henoch pleased God, and was translated into paradise, that he may give repentance to the nations. 17 *Noe was found perfect, just, and in the time of wrath he was made a reconciliation. 18 Therefore was there a remnant left to the earth, when the flood came. 19 *The covenants of the world were made with him, that all flesh should no more be destroyed with the flood. 20 *Abraham was the great father of a multitude of nations, and there was not found the like to him in glory, who kept the law of the Most High, and was in covenant with him. 21 *In his flesh he established the covenant, **and in temptation he was found faithful. 22 Therefore, by an oath he gave him glory in his posterity, that he should increase as the dust of the earth, 23 And that he would exalt his seed as the stars, and they should inherit from sea to sea, and from the river to the ends of the earth. 24 And he did in like manner with Isaac, for the sake of Abraham, his father. 25 The Lord gave him the blessing of all nations, and confirmed his covenant upon the head of Jacob. 26 He acknowledged him in his blessings, and gave him an inheritance, and divided him his portion in twelve tribes. 27 And he preserved for him men of mercy, that found grace in the eyes of all flesh.
And after these things the Lord appointed also other seventy-two: and he sent them two and two before his face into every city and place whither he himself was to come.†2 And he said to them: The harvest indeed is great, but the labourers are few. Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he send labourers into his harvest.†3 Go: Behold I send you as lambs among wolves.4 Carry neither purse, nor scrip, nor shoes; and salute no man by the way.5 Into whatsoever house you enter, first say: Peace be to this house.6 And if the son of peace be there, your peace shall rest upon him; but if not, it shall return to you.†7 And in the same house, remain, eating and drinking such things as they have: for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Remove not from house to house.†8 And into what city soever you enter, and they receive you, eat such things as are set before you.9 And heal the sick that are therein, and say to them: The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you.
Likewise also the twelve were reckoned by two and two, as Matthew shews in his enumeration of them. (Matt. 10:2.) For that two should be joined in service, seems from the word of God to be an ancient custom. For God led Israel out of Egypt by the hands of Moses and Aaron. Joshua and Caleb also, united together, appeased the people who had been provoked by the twelve spies. (Numb. 13, 14. Ex. 12.) Hence it is said, A brother assisted by a brother is as a fortified city. (Prov. 18:19. Vulg.)
By wiping off the dust of their feet against them, they in some sort say, The dust of your sins shall deservedly come upon you. And mark that the cities which receive not the Apostles and sound doctrine have streets, according to Matthew, Broad is the way which leadeth to destruction. (Matt. 7:13.)
About CSB. A personal translation of the New Testament, rendered directly from the public-domain Greek in a literary style — not a scholarly critical edition, and not for liturgical or doctrinal authority. It is one reader's work, offered for enjoyment; where it matters, weigh it against an established translation. (Placeholder text — final wording to come.)