Wisdom of Solomon 6:3-5

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

³For your dominion was given you from the Lord
and your sovereignty from the Most High;
he will search out your works and inquire into your plans.^(A)
⁴Because as servants of his kingdom you did not rule rightly
or keep the law
or walk according to the purpose of God,^(B)
⁵he will come upon you terribly and swiftly,
because severe judgment falls on those in high places.