2 Esdras 8:23-25

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised

²³ whose look dries up the depths and whose indignation makes the mountains melt away, and whose truth is established^[a] for ever— ²⁴ hear, O Lord, the prayer of your servant, and give ear to the petition of your creature; attend to my words. ²⁵ For as long as I live I will speak, and as long as I have understanding I will answer.