25 While I was speaking to the woman, her face suddenly began to shine with a light that flashed like lightning. I was afraid to stand near her and wondered what all this meant.
26 Suddenly she let out a loud and terrifying cry that shook the earth.
27 When I looked up, I could no longer see the woman, but there was a city built on huge foundations. I was afraid and shouted,
28 “Where is the angel Uriel, who came to me earlier? It is his fault that I am so confused. My prayer is useless, and I have nothing to hope for but death.”
29 I was still speaking when the angel Uriel appeared again. He saw me
30 lying there unconscious like a corpse, so he took hold of my right hand, gave me strength, and stood me on my feet. Then he asked,
31 “What's the matter? Why are you so disturbed and confused?”