36 Only you have been worthy to know the secret of the Most High. (WEB) 37 Therefore write all these things that you have seen in a book, and put it in a secret place. (WEB) 38 You shall teach them to the wise of your people, whose hearts you know are able to comprehend and keep these secrets. (WEB)
2 Esdras 12:36–38
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