⁷ Also, seek^(A) the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray^(B) to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.” ⁸ Yes, this is what the Lord Almighty, the God of Israel, says: “Do not let the prophets^(C) and diviners among you deceive^(D) you. Do not listen to the dreams^(E) you encourage them to have.^{(F) 9} They are prophesying lies^(G) to you in my name. I have not sent^(H) them,” declares the Lord.