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Sirach 44:7 kjva — All these were honoured in their generations, and were the glory of their times.

King James Version with Apocrypha

“All these were honoured in their generations, and were the glory of their times.”

— Sirach 44:7, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Sirach 44 — Context

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Leaders of the people by their counsels, and by their knowledge of learning meet for the people, wise and eloquent are their instructions:

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Such as found out musical tunes, and recited verses in writing:

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Rich men furnished with ability, living peaceably in their habitations:

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All these were honoured in their generations, and were the glory of their times.

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There be of them, that have left a name behind them, that their praises might be reported.

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And some there be, which have no memorial; who are perished, as though they had never been; and are become as though they had never been born; and their children after them.

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But these were merciful men, whose righteousness hath not been forgotten.

Sirach 44:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Sirach 44:7 say?
Sirach 44:7 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “All these were honoured in their generations, and were the glory of their times.”
Where is Sirach 44:7 in the Bible?
Sirach 44:7 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of Sirach, chapter 44, verse 7.
Who wrote Sirach?
Sirach is traditionally attributed to Jesus ben Sira of Jerusalem (Greek translation by his grandson). Also known as Ecclesiasticus ("the church book"). The grandson's prologue dates the Greek translation to Egypt c. 132 BC. Significant Hebrew portions survive in the Cairo Geniza and at Masada. It was written c. 180 BC (Hebrew original); c. 132 BC (Greek translation).
What is the book of Sirach about?
Sirach is the longest wisdom book in the broader canon — fifty-one chapters of proverbs, hymns, and reflections on the fear of the Lord. Ben Sira touches every corner of life: speech and silence, business and friendship, family and discipline, table manners and grief. The book closes with the "Praise of the Fathers" (chs. 44–50), a hymnic survey of Israel's heroes from Enoch to the high priest Simon — a forerunner of Hebrews 11.
What are the major themes of Sirach?
Sirach explores themes including Fear of the Lord, Wisdom, Ethics, Friendship, Heroes of Faith. These themes shape the meaning and context of Sirach 44:7.
What translation should I read Sirach 44:7 in?
Sirach 44:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Sirach 44:7?
Sirach 44:7 reads (KJVA): “All these were honoured in their generations, and were the glory of their times.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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