16. I have told you what to say,and I will keep you safein the palm of my hand.I spread out the heavensand laid foundationsfor the earth.Now I say, “Jerusalem,your people are mine.”
17. Jerusalem, wake up! Stand up!You've drunk too muchfrom the cup filledwith the Lord's anger.You have swallowed every drop,and you can't walk straight.
18. Not one of your many childrenis there to guide youor to offer a helping hand.
19. You have been destroyedby war and by famine;I cannot comfort you.