9. It is He who flashes forth with destruction upon the strong, So that destruction comes upon the fortress.
10. They hate him who reproves in the gate, And they abhor him who speaks with integrity.
11. Therefore because you impose heavy rent on the poor And exact a tribute of grain from them, Though you have built houses of well-hewn stone, Yet you will not live in them; You have planted pleasant vineyards, yet you will not drink their wine.
12. For I know your transgressions are many and your sins are great, You who distress the righteous and accept bribes And turn aside the poor in the gate.
13. Therefore at such a time the prudent person keeps silent, for it is an evil time.