²⁷ Like cages full of birds,
    their houses are full of deceit;^(A)
they have become rich^(B) and powerful
²⁸     and have grown fat^(C) and sleek.
Their evil deeds have no limit;
    they do not seek justice.
They do not promote the case of the fatherless;^(D)
    they do not defend the just cause of the poor.^(E)
29 Should I not punish them for this?”
    declares the Lord.
“Should I not avenge^(F) myself
    on such a nation as this?