8 abode was in the fire. For though his prayer was heard with the Most High, finally, when he was cast into the brazen horse and the brazen horse was melted, it served as a sign unto him for the (2BA) 9 hour. For he had not lived perfectly, for he was not worthy but that thenceforward he might (2BA) 10 know by whom finally he should be tormented. For he who is able to benefit is also able to torment. (2BA)
2 Baruch 64:8–10
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2 Baruch 56:9–11
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