Holy Scripture
4 Maccabees 14:16
Source: Septuagint
Original
16Others build their nests, and hatch their young, in the tops of mountains and in the precipices of valleys, and the holes and tops of trees, and keep off the intruder.
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14where irrational animals possess a similar sympathy and love for their offspring with men.
15The tame birds frequenting the roofs of our houses, defend their fledglings.
— 4 Maccabees 14:16 —
17And if not able to do this, they fly circling round them in agony of affection, calling out in their own note, and save their offspring in whatever manner they are able.
18But why should we point attention to the sympathy toward children shown by irrational animals?