CAB(i)
18 If I go forth into the plain, then behold the slain by the sword! And if I enter into the city, then behold the distress of famine! For priest and prophet have gone to a land which they knew not.
19 Have You utterly rejected Judah? And has Your soul departed from Zion? Why have You stricken us, and there is no healing for us? We waited for peace, but there was no prosperity; for a time of healing, and behold trouble!
20 We know our sins, O Lord, and the iniquities of our fathers, for we have sinned before You.
21 Refrain for Your name's sake, destroy not the throne of Your glory. Remember, break not Your covenant with us.
22 Is there anyone among the idols of the Gentiles that can give rain? And will the sky yield His fullness at their bidding? Are not You He? We will even wait on You, O Lord, for You have made all these things.