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2 Esdras 10:25-32 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

25. While I was speaking to the woman, her face suddenly began to shine with a light that flashed like lightning. I was afraid to stand near her and wondered what all this meant.

26. Suddenly she let out a loud and terrifying cry that shook the earth.

27. When I looked up, I could no longer see the woman, but there was a city built on huge foundations. I was afraid and shouted,

28. “Where is the angel Uriel, who came to me earlier? It is his fault that I am so confused. My prayer is useless, and I have nothing to hope for but death.”

29. I was still speaking when the angel Uriel appeared again. He saw me

30. lying there unconscious like a corpse, so he took hold of my right-hand, gave me strength, and stood me on my feet. Then he asked,

31. “What's the matter? Why are you so disturbed and confused?”

32. I answered, “You abandoned me completely! I did as you told me and came out to this field, but I cannot explain what I am seeing.”

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