5 The descendants of Josephwere told to obey it,when God led them outfrom the land of Egypt.In a language unknown to me,I heard someone say:
6 “I lifted the burdenfrom your shoulderand took the heavy basketfrom your hands.
7 When you were in trouble,I rescued you,and from the thunderclouds,I answered your prayers.Later I tested youat Meribah Spring.
8 “Listen, my people,while I, the Lord,correct you!Israel, if you would onlypay attention to me!
9 Don't worship foreign godsor bow down to godsyou know nothing about.
10 I am the Lord your God.I rescued you from Egypt.Just ask, and I will give youwhatever you need.
11 “But, my people, Israel,you refused to listen,and you would have nothingto do with me!