1 Nevertheless, I will again ask from Thee, O Mighty One, yea, I will ask mercy from Him who made all things. (2BA) 2 "In what shape will those live who live in Thy day? Or how will the splendour of those who (are) after that time continue? (2BA)
2 Baruch 49:1–2
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