4 Maccabees 5:32-38 World English Bible (WEB)

32. Now then; prepare your wheels, and kindle a fiercer flame.

33. I will not so compassionate my old age, as on my account to break the law of my country.

34. I will not belie you, O law, my instructor! or forsake you, O beloved self-control!

35. I will not put you to shame, O philosopher Reason; or deny you, O honored priesthood, and science of the law.

36. Mouth! you shall not pollute my old age, nor the full stature of a perfect life.

37. My fathers shall receive me pure, not having quailed before your compulsion, though to death.

38. For over the ungodly you shall tyrannize; but you shall not lord it over my thoughts about religion, either by your arguments, or through deeds.

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