2 Esdras 1:34

34 and your sons will have no children, because with you [a] they have neglected my commandment and have done what is evil in my sight.

2 Esdras 1:34 In-Context

32 I sent you my servants the prophets, but you have taken and killed them and torn their bodies in pieces; I will require their blood of you, says the Lord.
33 "Thus says the Lord Almighty: Your house is desolate; I will drive you out as the wind drives straw;
34 and your sons will have no children, because with you they have neglected my commandment and have done what is evil in my sight.
35 I will give your houses to a people that will come, who without having heard me will believe. Those to whom I have shown no signs will do what I have commanded.
36 They have seen no prophets, yet will recall their former state.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Other ancient authorities lack [with you]
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