8. But he will sweep away his enemiesin an overwhelming flood.He will pursue his foesinto the darkness of night.
9. Why are you scheming against the lord?He will destroy you with one blow;he won’t need to strike twice!
10. His enemies, tangled like thornbushesand staggering like drunks,will be burned up like dry stubble in a field.
11. Who is this wicked counselor of yourswho plots evil against the lord?
12. This is what the lord says:“Though the Assyrians have many allies,they will be destroyed and disappear.O my people, I have punished you before,but I will not punish you again.