2 Esdras 15:17

17 There will no longer be free access to the cities,

2 Esdras 15:17 In-Context

15 The war that will bring their destruction is very near. Nations will arm themselves and fight against other nations.

16 There will be great political turmoil, with one group trying to overpower another and gain control, while ignoring the legitimate government.

17 There will no longer be free access to the cities,

18 because the struggle for power will bring destruction, terror, and total confusion wherever people live.

19 Driven by famine and terrible suffering, people will assault their neighbors and mercilessly plunder their possessions."