2 Esdras 14:17

17 As the world grows older and weaker, the evils that will come upon its people will multiply.

2 Esdras 14:17 In-Context

15 Put all your anxieties aside, and get ready to leave this world quickly.

16 You have seen many evil things already, but far worse things are about to happen.

17 As the world grows older and weaker, the evils that will come upon its people will multiply.

18 Truth will depart and falsehood will draw ever nearer. The eagle you saw in your vision is just about to arrive."

19 I replied, "Let me speak in your presence, Lord.