1 Jerusalem is doomed, that corrupt, rebellious city that oppresses its own people.
2 It has not listened to the Lord or accepted his discipline. It has not put its trust in the Lord or asked for his help.
3 Its officials are like roaring lions; its judges are like hungry wolves, too greedy to leave a bone until morning.
4 The prophets are irresponsible and treacherous; the priests defile what is sacred, and twist the law of God to their own advantage.