^{2 Ref} For if the word spoken through angels proved stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompense of reward;

^{2 Ref} Because if the word which came through the angels was fixed, and in the past every evil act against God's orders was given its full punishment;

^{2 Ref} For if the word spoken through angels proved steadfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompense;