1 Esdras 1:46-48

Common English Bible

⁴⁶ Although King Nebuchadnezzar had made him swear a solemn pledge in the Lord’s name, he swore falsely and rebelled. He was stubborn and broke the laws of the Lord, the God of Israel.

⁴⁷ The leaders of the people and the priests committed godless and immoral acts far beyond the impure ones of the nations. They even corrupted the Lord’s temple that had been made holy in Jerusalem. ⁴⁸ The God of their ancestors sent his messenger to call them back, because he was trying to spare them and his dwelling place.