16. Surely you are still our Father!Even if Abraham and Jacob would disown us,lord, you would still be our Father.You are our Redeemer from ages past.
17. lord, why have you allowed us to turn from your path?Why have you given us stubborn hearts so we no longer fear you?Return and help us, for we are your servants,the tribes that are your special possession.
18. How briefly your holy people possessed your holy place,and now our enemies have destroyed it.