19. I called to my lovers, but they betrayed me.My priests and eldersperished in the citywhile searching for foodto keep themselves alive.
20. Lord, see how I am in distress.I am churning within; my heart is broken, for I have been very rebellious.Outside, the sword takes the children;inside, there is death.
21. People have heard me groaning, but there is no one to comfort me.All my enemies have heard of my misfortune;they are glad that You have caused it. Bring on the day You have announced,so that they may become like me.
22. Let all their wickedness come before You,and deal with themas You have dealt with mebecause of all my transgressions. For my groans are many,and I am sick at heart.