2 Esdras 16:71

71 They shall be like maniacs, sparing no one, but plundering and destroying those who continue to fear the Lord.

2 Esdras 16:71 In-Context

69 And those who consent to eat shall be held in derision and contempt, and shall be trampled under foot.

70 For in many places and in neighboring cities there shall be a great uprising against those who fear the Lord.

71 They shall be like maniacs, sparing no one, but plundering and destroying those who continue to fear the Lord.

72 For they shall destroy and plunder their goods, and drive them out of house and home.

73 Then the tested quality of my elect shall be manifest, like gold that is tested by fire.

Footnotes

• [a]. Other ancient authorities read [For people, because of their misfortunes, shall]
• [b]. Other ancient authorities read [fear God]