2 Esdras 7:59

59 He replied to me: "Reflect on what you have thought. One who has what is scarce rejoices more than one who has what is abundant.

2 Esdras 7:59 In-Context

57 Decide yourself then which things are precious and desirable, what is abundant or what is rare."

58 I said, "Supreme Lord, that which is abundant is cheaper, because what is more rare is valuable."

59 He replied to me: "Reflect on what you have thought. One who has what is scarce rejoices more than one who has what is abundant.

60 So also will be the judgment I have promised. I will rejoice over the few who will be saved, because they are the ones who made my honor to prevail now and through whom my reputation is celebrated.

61 I will have no regrets over the multitude who perish, for they are even now like vapor, the equivalent of flame or smoke; they burn and flare up and are quenched."