4 It is not because you stand in awe of Godthat he reprimands you and brings you to trial.
5 No, it's because you have sinned so much;it's because of all the evil you do.
6 To make your brother repay you the money he owed,you took away his clothes and left him nothing to wear.
7 You refused water to those who were tired,and refused to feed those who were hungry.
8 You used your power and your positionto take over the whole land.
9 You not only refused to help widows,but you also robbed and ill-treated orphans.
10 So now there are pitfalls all round you,and suddenly you are full of fear.