12. Indeed, the residents of Maroth hope for something good to happen,though the Lord has sent disaster against the city of Jerusalem.
13. Residents of Lachish, hitch the horses to the chariots!You influenced Daughter Zion to sin,for Israel’s rebellious deeds can be traced back to you!
14. Therefore you will have to say farewell to Moresheth Gath.The residents of Achzib will be as disappointingas a dried up well to the kings of Israel.
15. Residents of Mareshah, a conqueror will attack you,the leaders of Israel shall flee to Adullam.
16. Shave your heads bald as you mourn for the children you love;shave your foreheads as bald as an eagle, for they are taken from you into exile.