1 Let us now praise famous men, And our fathers that became the father of us.
2 The Lord manifested in them great glory, Even his mighty power from the beginning.
3 Such as did bear rule in their kingdoms, And were men renowned for their power, Giving counsel by their understanding, Such as have brought tidings in prophecies:
4 Leaders of the people by their counsels, And by their understanding men of learning for the people; Wise were their words in their instruction: