48
You have imitated that hateful harlot in all her deeds and devices; therefore God says,
49
"I will send evils upon you, widowhood, poverty, famine, sword, and pestilence, to lay waste your houses and bring you to destruction and death.
50
And the glory of your power shall wither like a flower, when the heat rises that is sent upon you.
51
You shall be weakened like a wretched woman who is beaten and wounded, so that you cannot receive your mighty lovers.
52
Would I have dealt with you so violently," says the Lord,
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