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2 Esdras 14:34

In 2 translations

KJV: Therefore if so be that ye will subdue your own understanding, and reform your hearts, ye shall be kept alive and after death ye shall obtain mercy.
WEB: Therefore if you will rule over your own understanding and instruct your hearts, you will be kept alive, and after death you will obtain mercy.