24 and over those who dwell in it, with much oppression, more than all those who were before them. Therefore they are called the heads of the eagle. (WEB) 25 For these are those who will accomplish her wickedness, and who will finish her last actions. (WEB) 26 You saw that the great head disappeared. It signifies that one of them will die on his bed, and yet with pain. (WEB)
2 Esdras 12:24–26
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