^{16 Ref} Then one whose form was like the sons of men put his finger on my lips; and opening my mouth, I said to him who was before me, O my lord, because of the vision my pains have come on me, and I have no more strength.

^{17 Ref} For how may this servant of my lord have talk with my lord? for, as for me, straight away my strength went from me and there was no breath in my body.

^{18 Ref} Then again one having the form of a man put his hand on me and gave me strength. And he said to me, O man greatly loved, have no fear: peace be with you, be strong and let your heart be lifted up. And at his words I became strong, and said, Let my lord say on, for you have given me strength.

^{19 Ref} Then he said, It is clear to you why I have come to you. And now I will give you an account of what is recorded in the true writings: