1 I was sought by those who did not ask for Me;I was found of those who did not seek Me.I said, “Here I am, here I am,”to a nation that did not call on My name.
2 I have spread out My hands all dayto a rebellious peoplewho walk in a way that was not good,after their own thoughts;
3 a people who provoke Me continuallyto My face,presenting sacrifices in gardensand burning incense on altars of brick;
4 who sit among the gravesand lodge in the monuments;who eat swine’s flesh,and the broth of abominable things is in their vessels;
5 who say, “Stand by yourself; do not come near to me,for I am holier than you!”These are smoke in My nose,a fire that burns all day.
6 See, it is written before Me:I will not keep silent, but I will recompense,even recompense into their bosom,