Wis 16:17 | CPDV | STEP | For there was something extraordinary in water, which extinguishes all things; it has prevailed more than fire; for the world is the defender of the just.

Wisdom of Solomon 16:17

17 For there was something extraordinary in water, which extinguishes all things; it has prevailed more than fire; for the world is the defender of the just. ^{▼▼16:17 The fire had more force: Viz., when the fire and hail mingled together laid waste the land of Egypt. Ex. 9.(Challoner)}