12. The inhabitants of Marothhope for good,But evil has come down from the Lordto the gate of Jerusalem.
13. Harness steeds to the chariots,inhabitants of Lachish;You are the beginning of sinfor daughter Zion,For in you were foundthe crimes of Israel.
14. Therefore you must give back the dowryto Moresheth-gath;The houses of Achzib are a dry stream bedto the kings of Israel.
15. Again I will bring the conqueror to you,inhabitants of Mareshah;The glory of Israel shall comeeven to Adullam.
16. Make yourself bald, cut off your hair,for the children whom you cherish;Make yourself bald as a vulture,for they are taken from you into exile.