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"For look how much the world shall be weaker through age, so much the more shall evils increase upon them that dwell therein."

— 2 Esdras 14:17, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Esdras 14 — Context

Let go from thee mortal thoughts, cast away the burdens of man, put off now the weak nature,

And set aside the thoughts that are most heavy unto thee, and haste thee to flee from these times.

For yet greater evils than those which thou hast seen happen shall be done hereafter.

For look how much the world shall be weaker through age, so much the more shall evils increase upon them that dwell therein.

For the time is fled far away, and leasing is hard at hand: for now hasteth the vision to come, which thou hast seen.

Then answered I before thee, and said,

Behold, Lord, I will go, as thou hast commanded me, and reprove the people which are present: but they that shall be born afterward, who shall admonish them? thus the world is set in darkness, and they that dwell therein are without light.

2 Esdras 14:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Esdras 14:17 say?

2 Esdras 14:17 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For look how much the world shall be weaker through age, so much the more shall evils increase upon them that dwell therein.”

Where is 2 Esdras 14:17 in the Bible?

2 Esdras 14:17 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of 2 Esdras, chapter 14, verse 17.

Who wrote 2 Esdras?

2 Esdras is traditionally attributed to Anonymous Jewish apocalyptist (with later Christian additions). The core (chs. 3–14, often called 4 Ezra) is a Jewish apocalypse. Chapters 1–2 and 15–16 are Christian additions preserved only in Latin and other versions. It was written Core c. AD 90–100; additions 2nd–3rd c. AD.

What is the book of 2 Esdras about?

2 Esdras is one of the great apocalypses of late Second-Temple Judaism. Through seven visions and dialogues with the angel Uriel, the seer "Ezra" wrestles with theodicy — Why has God allowed Israel to suffer? What of the wicked who prosper? — and receives apocalyptic visions of the Messiah, a final judgment, a resurrection, and the renewal of all things. Its imagery deeply influenced later Jewish and Christian apocalyptic.

What are the major themes of 2 Esdras?

2 Esdras explores themes including Apocalyptic, Theodicy, Messiah, Resurrection, Judgment. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Esdras 14:17.

What translation should I read 2 Esdras 14:17 in?

2 Esdras 14:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize 2 Esdras 14:17?

2 Esdras 14:17 reads (KJVA): “For look how much the world shall be weaker through age, so much the more shall evils increase upon them that dwell therein.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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