18. So I spake unto the people in the morning; and at even my wife died: and I did in the morning as I was commanded.
19. And the people said unto me, Wilt thou not tell us what these things are to us, that thou doest so?
20. Then I said unto them, The word of the LORD came unto me, saying,
21. Speak unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD: Behold, I will profane my sanctuary, the pride of your power, the desire of your eyes, and that which your soul pitieth; and your sons and your daughters whom ye have left behind shall fall by the sword.
22. And ye shall do as I have done: ye shall not cover your lips, nor eat the bread of men.