Set in order the buckler and shield, and draw near to battle.
Arrange the table; watch in the watchtower; eat, drink; rise up, rulers, and anoint the shield.
Declare it in Egypt, and make it heard in Migdol, and make it heard in Noph and in Tahpanhes; say, Stand fast and prepare yourself, for the sword shall devour all around you.
Call this among the nations: Sanctify a war; awaken the mighty men; let all the men of war draw near; let them come up.
The one scattering is coming up against your face. Guard the rampart; watch the way; make the loins strong, firm up your power exceedingly.
Draw water of the siege for yourself! Strengthen your fortifications! Go into the clay and tread in the mortar! Make the mold strong!