12. But now, why have you broken down our wallsso that all who pass by may steal our fruit?
13. The wild boar from the forest devours it,and the wild animals feed on it.
14. Come back, we beg you, O God of Heaven’s Armies.Look down from heaven and see our plight.Take care of this grapevine
15. that you yourself have planted,this son you have raised for yourself.
16. For we are chopped up and burned by our enemies.May they perish at the sight of your frown.
17. Strengthen the man you love,the son of your choice.
18. Then we will never abandon you again.Revive us so we can call on your name once more.