2 Esdras 12:18

18 this is the interpretation: In the midst of this kingdom's time, great conflicts will arise. It will be in danger of falling; it won't fall then but will be restored again to its beginning.

2 Esdras 12:18 In-Context

16 This then is the interpretation of the twelve wings that you saw.
17 As for the fact that you heard a voice that spoke, coming not from its heads but from the middle of its body,
18 this is the interpretation: In the midst of this kingdom's time, great conflicts will arise. It will be in danger of falling; it won't fall then but will be restored again to its beginning.
19 “As for the fact that you saw eight little wings clinging to its wings,
20 this is the interpretation: Eight kings will arise in it. Their rules will amount to nothing, and their years will be swift. Two of them will perish
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