8. “That is why the lord’s anger has fallen upon Judah and Jerusalem. He has made them an object of dread, horror, and ridicule, as you can see with your own eyes.
9. Because of this, our fathers have been killed in battle, and our sons and daughters and wives have been captured.
10. But now I will make a covenant with the lord, the God of Israel, so that his fierce anger will turn away from us.
11. My sons, do not neglect your duties any longer! The lord has chosen you to stand in his presence, to minister to him, and to lead the people in worship and present offerings to him.”