4 The earth dries up and withers.The world wastes away and withers.The great leaders of the earth waste away.
5 The earth is polluted by those who live on itbecause they’ve disobeyed the Lord’s teachings,violated his laws,and rejected the everlasting promise.
6 That is why a curse devours the earth,and its people are punished for their guilt.That is why those who live on the earth are burned up,and only a few people are left.
7 New wine dries up, and grapevines waste away.All happy people groan.
8 Joyful tambourine music stops.Noisy celebrations cease.Joyful harp music stops.
9 People no longer drink wine when they sing.Liquor tastes bad to its drinkers.
10 The ruined city lies desolate.The entrance to every house is barred shut.