93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the ungodly wander, and the punishment that awaits them. (WEB) 94 The third order, they see the testimony which he who fashioned them gives concerning them, that while they lived they kept the law which was given them in trust. (WEB) 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which, being gathered in their chambers, they now enjoy with great quietness, guarded by angels, and the glory that awaits them in the last days. (WEB)
2 Esdras 7:93–95
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2 Esdras 7:84–86
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2 Esdras 7:98–100
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2 Baruch 51:12–14
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2 Baruch 51:5–7
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4 Maccabees 17:17–19
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Testament of Levi 1:23–25
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Testament of Levi 1:19–21
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