2 Esdras 12:48

48 I haven't abandoned you, nor have I gone away from you. I came to this place to pray because of Zion's desolation, in order to seek mercy for the humiliation of your sanctuary.

2 Esdras 12:48 In-Context

46 I answered them: "Have confidence, Israel! Don't be sad, house of Jacob.

47 The Most High keeps you in memory. The mighty one hasn't forgotten you in your struggle.

48 I haven't abandoned you, nor have I gone away from you. I came to this place to pray because of Zion's desolation, in order to seek mercy for the humiliation of your sanctuary.

49 Now go home, each of you, and I will come to you in a few days."

50 So the people went into the city as I told them,