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2 Esdras 14:17-19
Revised Standard Version
2 Esdras 14:17-19
Revised Standard Version
17 For the weaker the world becomes through old age, the more shall evils be multiplied among[a] its inhabitants. 18 For truth shall go farther away, and falsehood shall come near. For the eagle[b] which you saw in the vision is already hastening to come.”
Ezra’s Concern to Restore the Scriptures
19 Then I answered and said, “Let me speak in thy presence, Lord.[c]
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- 2 Esdras 14:17 Literally upon
- 2 Esdras 14:18 Syr Ethiop Arab Arm: Latin is corrupt
- 2 Esdras 14:19 Most Latin manuscripts omit Let me speak
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