Prepare buckler and shield, and advance for battle!
They prepare the table, they spread the rugs, they eat, they drink. Rise up, commanders, oil the shield!
Declare in Egypt, and proclaim in Migdol; proclaim in Memphis and Tahpanhes; Say, “Take your stations and be ready, for the sword shall devour those around you.”
Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare war, stir up the warriors. Let all the soldiers draw near, let them come up.
A shatterer has come up against you. Guard the ramparts; watch the road; gird your loins; collect all your strength.
Draw water for the siege, strengthen your forts; trample the clay, tread the mortar, take hold of the brick mold!