6 A foolish person says foolish things. His mind is full of evil thoughts. He doesn't do what is right. He tells lies about the Lord. He doesn't give hungry people any food. He doesn't let thirsty people have any water.
7 The one who is worthless uses sinful methods. He makes evil plans against poor people. He destroys them with his lies. He does it even when those people are right.
8 But the man who is noble makes noble plans. And by doing noble things he succeeds.
9 You women who are so contented, pay attention to me. You who feel so secure, listen to what I have to say.
10 You feel secure now. But in a little over a year you will tremble with fear. The grape harvest will fail. There won't be any fruit.
11 So tremble, you contented women. Tremble with fear, you who feel so secure. Take your fine clothes off. Put black clothes on.
12 Beat your chests to show how sad you are. The pleasant fields have been destroyed. The fruitful vines have dried up.