Isaiah 21:2-4

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²I was given a vision of the hard times to come.
I see traitors turning against you.
I see people taking your wealth.

Elam, go against them!
Media, surround the city!
I will put an end to all their moaning.

³I saw those terrible things, and now I am afraid.
    My fear makes my stomach hurt like the pain of giving birth.
What I hear frightens me.
    What I see makes me shake with fear.
⁴I am worried and shaking with fear.
    My pleasant evening has become a nightmare.

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