1 Bel and Nebo, the gods of Babylon,bow as they are lowered to the ground.They are being hauled away on ox carts.The poor beasts stagger under the weight.
2 Both the idols and their owners are bowed down.The gods cannot protect the people,and the people cannot protect the gods.They go off into captivity together.
3 “Listen to me, descendants of Jacob,all you who remain in Israel.I have cared for you since you were born.Yes, I carried you before you were born.
4 I will be your God throughout your lifetime—until your hair is white with age.I made you, and I will care for you.I will carry you along and save you.
5 “To whom will you compare me?Who is my equal?