14. “All you neighbouring cities, come and consider how the Eternal God has sent my children into exile.
15. He brought against them a nation from far away, a shameless nation that speaks a foreign language and has no respect for the elderly and no pity for children.
16. These people carried off my beloved sons and took away my daughters, and I was left a widow, completely alone.
17. “My children in exile, I can do nothing to help you.
18. Only the one who brought this punishment upon you can rescue you from your enemies.
19. Go your own way, my children; live your own life! I am all alone.