2 Esdras 8:56

56 They also received freedom, but they despised the Most High, spoke ill of his Law, and abandoned his ways.

2 Esdras 8:56 In-Context

54 Sorrows have passed, and the treasure of immortality is displayed to the end.

55 Therefore, don't continue to ask about the great many who perish.

56 They also received freedom, but they despised the Most High, spoke ill of his Law, and abandoned his ways.

57 Moreover, they also trampled his righteous ones.

58 They said in their heart that there is no God, even though they knew that they would have to die.