11. Deep in my heart I sufferfor Moab and Kir-Heres.
12. It's useless for Moab's peopleto wear themselves outby going to their altarsto worship and pray.
13. The Lord has already said all this about Moab.
14. Now he says, “The contract of a hired worker is good for three years, but Moab's glory and greatness won't last any longer than that. Only a few of its people will survive, and they will be left helpless.”