Isaiah 63:16-18

Common English Bible

¹⁶ You are surely our father,
    even though Abraham doesn’t know us,
    and Israel doesn’t recognize us.
You, Lord, are our father;
    your reputation since long ago is that of our redeemer.
¹⁷ Why do you lead us astray, Lord,
    from your ways?
Why do you harden our heart
    so we don’t fear you?
Return for the sake of your servants
    the tribes that are your heritage!
¹⁸ Why did the wicked bring down your holy place?^[a]
    Why did our enemies trample your sanctuary?