The priests could not carry out their duties because of the cloud; the Lord’s splendor filled God’s temple.

All the people of the land celebrated, for the city had rest now that they had killed Athaliah.

Manasseh passed away and was buried in his palace. His son Amon replaced him as king.

All the assembly replied in a loud voice: “We will do just as you have said!

The king responded, “What is it you are seeking?” Then I quickly prayed to the God of heaven

Then the Levites quieted all the people saying, “Be quiet, for this day is holy. Do not grieve.”

Is it not fierce when it is awakened? Who is he, then, who can stand before it?

He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend even the strongest bow.

that does not respond to the magicians, or to a skilled snake-charmer.

Then I will sing praises to your name continually, as I fulfill my vows day after day.

Let those delivered by the Lord speak out, those whom he delivered from the power of the enemy,

Then you will find favor and good understanding, in the sight of God and people.

It will be this way at the end of the age. Angels will come and separate the evil from the righteous

In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that one of these little ones be lost.

It must not be this way among you! Instead whoever wants to be great among you must be your servant,

In the same way, on the outside you look righteous to people, but inside you are full of hypocrisy and lawlessness.

Blessed is that slave whom the master finds at work when he comes.

But it is not this way among you. Instead whoever wants to be great among you must be your servant,

Blessed is that slave whom his master finds at work when he returns.

Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the head steward,” and they did.