"But then I took pity on them. I decided not to kill them there in the desert.

stop punishing me, and don't crush me with terror.

But God was merciful to his people. He forgave their sin and did not destroy them. Many times he held back his anger and restrained his fury.

The LORD was determined that the walls of Zion should fall; He measured them off to make sure of total destruction. The towers and walls now lie in ruins together.

But I did not, since that would have brought dishonor to my name, for in the presence of the people among whom they were living I had announced to Israel that I was going to lead them out of Egypt.

But I did not, since that would have brought dishonor to my name among the nations which had seen me lead Israel out of Egypt.

But I did not, since that would have brought dishonor to my name among the nations which had seen me bring Israel out of Egypt.

Keep your promise, LORD, and forgive my sins, for they are many.

Help us, O God, and save us; rescue us and forgive our sins for the sake of your own honor.

Why should the nations ask us, "Where is your God?" Let us see you punish the nations for shedding the blood of your servants.

To you alone, O LORD, to you alone, and not to us, must glory be given because of your constant love and faithfulness.

"In order that people will praise my name, I am holding my anger in check; I am keeping it back and will not destroy you.

What I do is done for my own sake--- I will not let my name be dishonored or let anyone else share the glory that should be mine and mine alone."

My people cry out to me, 'Even though our sins accuse us, help us, LORD, as you have promised. We have turned away from you many times; we have sinned against you.

Remember your promises and do not despise us; do not bring disgrace on Jerusalem, the place of your glorious throne. Do not break the covenant you made with us.

O God, hear my prayer and pleading. Restore your Temple, which has been destroyed; restore it so that everyone will know that you are God.

Lord, hear us. Lord, forgive us. Lord, listen to us, and act! In order that everyone will know that you are God, do not delay! This city and these people are yours."