As for a rogue, his weapons are evil;
He (A)devises wicked schemes
To (B)destroy the afflicted with [a]slander,
(C)Even though the needy one speaks [b]what is right.
But (D)the noble man devises noble plans;
And by noble plans he stands.

Rise up, you (E)women who are at ease,
And hear my voice;
(F)Give ear to my word,
You complacent daughters.

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Footnotes

  1. Isaiah 32:7 Lit words of falsehood
  2. Isaiah 32:7 Lit justly

Scoundrels use wicked methods,(A)
    they make up evil schemes(B)
to destroy the poor with lies,
    even when the plea of the needy(C) is just.(D)
But the noble make noble plans,
    and by noble deeds(E) they stand.(F)

The Women of Jerusalem

You women(G) who are so complacent,
    rise up and listen(H) to me;
you daughters who feel secure,(I)
    hear what I have to say!

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