24 He sees a lion and walks in the darkness. When he has stolen, plundered, and robbed, he brings it to the woman he loves. (WEB) 25 Therefore a man loves his wife better than father or mother. (WEB) 26 Yes, there are many who have lost their minds for women, and become slaves for their sakes. (WEB)
1 Esdras 4:24–26
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1 Esdras 4:17–19
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