Jeremiah 5:14-17

New International Version

“Because the people have spoken these words,
    I will make my words in your mouth^(A) a fire^(B)
    and these people the wood it consumes.^(C)
15 People of Israel,” declares the Lord,
    “I am bringing a distant nation^(D) against you—
an ancient and enduring nation,
    a people whose language^(E) you do not know,
    whose speech you do not understand.
¹⁶ Their quivers^(F) are like an open grave;
    all of them are mighty warriors.
¹⁷ They will devour^(G) your harvests and food,
    devour^(H) your sons and daughters;
they will devour^(I) your flocks and herds,
    devour your vines and fig trees.^(J)
With the sword^(K) they will destroy
    the fortified cities^(L) in which you trust.^(M)