2 Esdras 8:27

27 Regard not the wicked inventions of the heathen, but the desire of those that keep Thy testimonies in afflictions.

2 Esdras 8:27 In-Context

25 For while I live I will speak, and so long as I have understanding I will answer.

26 O look not upon the sins of Thy people, but on them that serve Thee in truth.

27 Regard not the wicked inventions of the heathen, but the desire of those that keep Thy testimonies in afflictions.

28 Think not upon those that have walked feignedly before Thee, but remember them that according to Thy will have known Thy fear.

29 Let it not be Thy will to destroy them that have lived like beasts, but to look upon them that have clearly taught Thy law.