5 And we see the firmness of their might. Though they resist the Mighty One every hour, But they shall be accounted as spittle. (2BA) 6 And we consider the glory of their greatness, Though they do not keep the statutes of the Most High, But as smoke shall they pass away. (2BA) 7 And we meditate on the beauty of theirs gracefulness, Though they have to do with pollutions, But as grass that withers shall they fade away. (2BA)
2 Baruch 82:5–7
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