2 Esdras 8:23

23 Your mighty commands accomplish fearful things. With one look, you dry up the deep oceans, and you can melt the mountains with your anger. Your truth lasts forever.

2 Esdras 8:23 In-Context

21 Your throne is more wonderful than anything we can imagine; your glory surpasses our understanding; the heavenly army of angels stands trembling before you.

22 They are ready to turn themselves into wind or fire at your command. Your word is everlastingly true.

23 Your mighty commands accomplish fearful things. With one look, you dry up the deep oceans, and you can melt the mountains with your anger. Your truth lasts forever.

24 O Lord, you created me, and I am your servant, so listen to my prayer.

25 As long as I have life and understanding, I cannot keep silent.

Footnotes

• [a] [Some ancient translations] lasts forever; [Latin] testifies.