^{5 Ref} Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee, and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee; I have appointed thee a prophet unto the nations.

^{6 Ref} Then said I, Ah, Lord Jehovah! behold, I know not how to speak; for I am a child.

^{7 Ref} But Jehovah said unto me, Say not, I am a child; for to whomsoever I shall send thee thou shalt go, and whatsoever I shall command thee thou shalt speak.

^{8 Ref} Be not afraid because of them; for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith Jehovah.