17. And the rest of it he makes into a god,into his idol,and he bows down, worships, and prays to it, saying, "Save me, for you are my god!"
18. They don’t know or comprehend,for their eyes can’t seeand their minds can’t comprehend.
19. He doesn’t think,and has no knowledge or understanding to think:Half of it I burned in the fire,and I baked bread on its coals,and roasted meat and ate.Should I make the rest into something detestable?Should I bow down to a block of wood?
20. He’s feeding on ashes;his deluded mind has led him astray.He can’t save himself and say,"Isn’t this thing in my hand a lie?"
21. Remember these things, Jacob;Israel, for you are my servant.I formed you; you are my servant!I won’t forget you, Israel.