15. The Lord Almighty, the God of Israel, has said that houses, fields, and vineyards will again be bought in this land.”
16. After I had given the deed of purchase to Baruch, I prayed,
17. “Sovereign Lord, you made the earth and the sky by your great power and might; nothing is too difficult for you.
18. You have shown constant love to thousands, but you also punish people for the sins of their parents. You are a great and powerful God; you are the Lord Almighty.