2. “Mortal man,” he said, “denounce Jerusalem. Denounce the places where people worship. Warn the land of Israel
3. that I, the Lord, am saying: I am your enemy. I will draw my sword and kill all of you, good and evil alike.
4. I will use my sword against everyone from south to north.
5. Everyone will know that I, the Lord, have drawn my sword and that I will not put it away.
6. “Mortal man, groan as if your heart is breaking with despair. Groan in sorrow where everyone can watch you.