4. We are objects of contempt to our neighbors, of scorn and derision to those around us.
5. How long, Lord? Will you be angry forever? How long will your jealousy burn like fire?
6. Pour out your wrath on the nations that do not acknowledge you, on the kingdoms that do not call on your name;
7. for they have devoured Jacob and devastated his homeland.
8. Do not hold against us the sins of past generations; may your mercy come quickly to meet us, for we are in desperate need.