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14 Then I will smash them one against the other, parents and children together, says the Lord. I will show no pity, I will not spare or show compassion, when I destroy them.

A Vision of Exile

15 Listen carefully and suppress your pride,
    for it is the Lord who speaks.
16 Give glory to the Lord, your God,
    before the darkness descends,
before your feet stumble
    on the mountains at twilight,
before the light you hope for
    will gradually turn to gloom
    and then into thick darkness.

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14 I will smash them one against the other, parents and children alike, declares the Lord. I will allow no pity(A) or mercy or compassion(B) to keep me from destroying(C) them.’”

Threat of Captivity

15 Hear and pay attention,
    do not be arrogant,
    for the Lord has spoken.(D)
16 Give glory(E) to the Lord your God
    before he brings the darkness,
before your feet stumble(F)
    on the darkening hills.
You hope for light,
    but he will turn it to utter darkness
    and change it to deep gloom.(G)

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