Punish them as they deserve; this is the privilege of God's faithful people. Shout praises to the LORD!
Babylon, you are doomed! I pray the Lord's blessings on anyone who punishes you for what you did to us.
Like a bull with mighty horns, the LORD protects his faithful nation Israel, because they belong to him. Shout praises to the LORD!
They will be safe and will build houses and plant vineyards. They will no longer be in danger, because I will punish their hateful neighbours. Israel will know that I am the LORD their God.
together with the sacred poles and even your towns.
I will take revenge on my hateful enemies. I will sharpen my sword and let it flash like lightning.
Everyone who wins the victory will sit with me on my throne, just as I won the victory and sat with my Father on his throne.