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12 As for my people, their oppressors have stripped them, and women have ruled over them. O my people, they that call thee blessed, the same deceive thee, and destroy the way of thy steps.

13 The Lord standeth up to judge, and he standeth to judge the people.

14 The Lord will enter into judgment with the ancients of his people, and its princes: for you have devoured the vineyard, and the spoil of the poor is in your house.

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12 Youths(A) oppress my people,
    women rule over them.
My people, your guides lead you astray;(B)
    they turn you from the path.

13 The Lord takes his place in court;(C)
    he rises to judge(D) the people.
14 The Lord enters into judgment(E)
    against the elders and leaders of his people:
“It is you who have ruined my vineyard;
    the plunder(F) from the poor(G) is in your houses.

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