^{28 Ref} But where are thy gods that thou hast made thee? let them arise, if they can save thee in the time of thy trouble: for according to the number of thy cities are thy gods, O Judah.

^{29 Ref} Wherefore will ye contend with me? ye all have transgressed against me, saith Jehovah.

^{30 Ref} In vain have I smitten your children; they received no correction: your own sword hath devoured your prophets, like a destroying lion.