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Who improvise to the sound of the harp—
Like David they have composed songs for themselves—(A)

Who drink wine from sacrificial bowls
And anoint themselves with the finest oils [reflecting their unrestrained celebration];
Yet they are not grieved over the ruin of Joseph (Israel).(B)

Therefore, they will now go into exile with the first of the captives,
And the cultic revelry and banqueting of those who lounge around [on their luxurious couches] will pass away.

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You strum away on your harps(A) like David
    and improvise on musical instruments.(B)
You drink wine(C) by the bowlful
    and use the finest lotions,
    but you do not grieve(D) over the ruin of Joseph.(E)
Therefore you will be among the first to go into exile;(F)
    your feasting and lounging will end.(G)

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