Common English Bible

Tobit 8:11-17 Common English Bible (CEB)

11. When they had finished digging the grave, Raguel returned to his house, called his wife,

12. and said, "Send one of the female servants in to see if he’s alive. If he’s dead, let’s bury him so that no one knows what has happened."

13. So they sent for the female servant, lit a lamp, and opened the door. The female servant entered and found them fast asleep together.

14. Then she came out and told them, "He’s alive, and there’s nothing wrong."

15. They praised the God of heaven, saying, "Blessed are you, God, with every pure blessing; may people bless you forever!

16. Blessed are you, because you have brought me joy. It didn’t happen as I had expected. Instead, you have dealt with us according to your great mercy.

17. Blessed are you, because you have shown mercy to our only two children. Master, provide them with mercy and well-being, and bring both their lives to fulfillment with joy and mercy."