2 Esdras 8:14

14 But if you are so ready to destroy a person that was so carefully created at your command, why was he created in the first place?

2 Esdras 8:14 In-Context

12 You raise the person on your righteousness, teach him your Law, and discipline him with your wisdom.

13 You are his Creator and, as you wish, you can take away his life or allow him to live.

14 But if you are so ready to destroy a person that was so carefully created at your command, why was he created in the first place?

15 "Now, Lord, I must say this: You may know what is best in regard to the rest of the human race, but I mourn for your own people - %0

16 I am disturbed and grieved for your own nation Israel, the descendants of Jacob.