4. The ground is parchedand cracked for lack of rain.The farmers are deeply troubled;they, too, cover their heads.
5. Even the doe abandons her newborn fawnbecause there is no grass in the field.
6. The wild donkeys stand on the bare hillspanting like thirsty jackals.They strain their eyes looking for grass,but there is none to be found.”
7. The people say, “Our wickedness has caught up with us, lord,but help us for the sake of your own reputation.We have turned away from youand sinned against you again and again.