Wisdom of Solomon 6:2–5

2 Give ear, you that rule over multitudes,

and boast of many nations.

3 For your dominion was given you from the Lord,

and your sovereignty from the Most High,

who will search out your works and inquire into your plans.

4 Because as servants of his kingdom you did not rule rightly,

nor keep the law,

nor walk according to the purpose of God,

5 he will come upon you terribly and swiftly,

because severe judgment falls on those in high places.