¹⁷ If you do not listen,^(A)
    I will weep in secret
    because of your pride;
my eyes will weep bitterly,
    overflowing with tears,^(B)
    because the Lord’s flock^(C) will be taken captive.^(D)

⁴ Since you are precious and honored^(A) in my sight,
    and because I love^(B) you,
I will give people in exchange for you,
    nations in exchange for your life.

² I will bow down toward your holy temple^(A)
    and will praise your name^(B)
    for your unfailing love and your faithfulness,^(C)
for you have so exalted your solemn decree
    that it surpasses your fame.^(D)