1. God, why have you turned your back on us for so long? Why does your anger burn against us? We are your very own sheep.
2. Remember that you chose us to be your own people a long time ago. Remember that you set us free from slavery to be your very own tribe. Remember Mount Zion, where you lived.
3. Walk through this place that has been torn down beyond repair. See how completely your enemies have destroyed the temple!
4. In the place where you used to meet with us, your enemies have shouted, "We've won the battle!" They have set up their flags to show they have beaten us.
5. They acted like people cutting down a forest with axes.
6. They smashed all of the beautiful wooden walls with their axes and hatchets.