⁸ Jerusalem staggers,
    Judah is falling;^(A)
their words^(B) and deeds^(C) are against the Lord,
    defying^(D) his glorious presence.

⁹ The look on their faces testifies^(A) against them;
    they parade their sin like Sodom;^(B)
    they do not hide it.
Woe to them!
    They have brought disaster^(C) upon themselves.

¹² Youths^(A) oppress my people,
    women rule over them.
My people, your guides lead you astray;^(B)
    they turn you from the path.

¹³ The Lord takes his place in court;^(C)
    he rises to judge^(D) the people.