4 The king's power reachesfrom the city of Zoanas far south as Hanes.
5 But Egypt can't protect you,and to trust that nationis useless and foolish.”
6 This is a messageabout the animalsof the Southern Desert:“You people carry treasureson donkeys and camels.You travel to a feeble nationthrough a troublesome desertfilled with lionsand flying fiery dragons.
7 Egypt can't help you!That's why I call that nationa helpless monster.”
8 The Lord told me to write down his message for his people, so that it would be there forever.
9 They have turned against the Lord and can't be trusted. They have refused his teaching
10 and have said to his messengers and prophets:Don't tell us what God has shown you and don't preach the truth. Just say what we want to hear, even if it's false.