2 Esdras 15:48

48 You have imitated that hateful one in all her deeds and devices. Therefore God says,

2 Esdras 15:48 In-Context

46 And you, Asia, who share in the splendor of Babylon and the glory of her person—

47 woe to you, miserable wretch! For you have made yourself like her; you have decked out your daughters for prostitution to please and glory in your lovers, who have always lusted after you.

48 You have imitated that hateful one in all her deeds and devices. Therefore God says,

49 I will send evils upon you: widowhood, poverty, famine, sword, and pestilence, bringing ruin to your houses, bringing destruction and death.

50 And the glory of your strength shall wither like a flower when the heat shall rise that is sent upon you.

Footnotes

• [a]. Other ancient authorities read [devices, and you have followed after that one about to gratify her magnates and leaders so that you may be made proud and be pleased by her fornications]
• [b]. Other ancient authorities read [the Lord]