1 AND now, my children, keep your souls from all injustice, such as the Lord hates. (2EN) 2 Walk before his face with terror and trembling and serve him alone. (2EN) 3 Bow down to the true God, not to dumb idols, but bow down to his picture, and bring all just offerings before the Lord's face. The Lord hates what is unjust. (2EN)
2 Enoch 66:1–3
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