44. I will punish Bel in Babylon,and make him vomit up what he swallowed;nations shall no longer stream to him.Even the wall of Babylon falls!
45. Leave her, my people; each of you save your own lifefrom the burning wrath of the Lord.
46. Do not be discouraged when rumors spread through the land; this year one rumor comes, next year another: “Violence in the land!” or “Ruler against ruler!”