1 Gather together, yes, gather,O shameless nation,
2 before the decree takes effect—before the day passes away like chaff— before there comes upon youthe burning anger of the Lord,before there comes upon youthe day of the anger of the Lord.
3 Seek the Lord, all you humble of the land,who do his just commands; seek righteousness; seek humility; perhaps you may be hiddenon the day of the anger of the Lord.
4 For Gaza shall be deserted,and Ashkelon shall become a desolation;Ashdod’s people shall be driven out at noon,and Ekron shall be uprooted.