12. The people of Maroth anxiously wait for relief,but only bitterness awaits themas the lord’s judgment reacheseven to the gates of Jerusalem.
13. Harness your chariot horses and flee,you people of Lachish.You were the first city in Judahto follow Israel in her rebellion,and you led Jerusalem into sin.
14. Send farewell gifts to Moresheth-gath;there is no hope of saving it.The town of Aczibhas deceived the kings of Israel.