2 Esdras 15:52

52 Would I have dealt with you so violently," says the Lord,

2 Esdras 15:52 In-Context

50 And the glory of your power shall wither like a flower, when the heat rises that is sent upon you.

51 You shall be weakened like a wretched woman who is beaten and wounded, so that you cannot receive your mighty lovers.

52 Would I have dealt with you so violently," says the Lord,

53 "If you had not always killed my chosen people, exulting and clapping your hands and talking about their death when you were drunk?

54 Trick out the beauty of your face!