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16 But God says this to the wicked people:
‘It is useless for you to speak about my commands,
    or about my covenant.
17 For you hate my teaching,
    and you refuse to accept my message.
18 If you see a robber,
    you run to help him!
You become friends with adulterers.

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16 But to the wicked person, God says:

“What right have you to recite my laws
    or take my covenant(A) on your lips?(B)
17 You hate(C) my instruction
    and cast my words behind(D) you.
18 When you see a thief, you join(E) with him;
    you throw in your lot with adulterers.(F)

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