33 “Stand up straight,” he answered, “and I will explain it to you.”
34 “Sir,” I answered, “please explain it to me. I will die in my frustration if you leave me,
35 for I cannot understand what I have seen and heard.
36 Or is my mind playing tricks on me, and is this just a bad dream?
37 I beg you, sir, tell me what this vision means.”
38 The angel said, “Now listen closely, and I will explain the meaning of these things that you fear. God Most High has revealed many secrets to you
39 because he has seen that you have lived a righteous life and have always grieved and mourned for your people and for Jerusalem.