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28 And he dwelleth in desolate cities, in houses that no man inhabiteth, which are destined to become heaps.

29 He shall not become rich, neither shall his substance continue, and their possessions shall not extend upon the earth.

30 He shall not depart out of darkness; the flame shall dry up his branches; and by the breath of his mouth shall he go away.

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28 he will inhabit ruined towns
    and houses where no one lives,(A)
    houses crumbling to rubble.(B)
29 He will no longer be rich and his wealth will not endure,(C)
    nor will his possessions spread over the land.(D)
30 He will not escape the darkness;(E)
    a flame(F) will wither his shoots,(G)
    and the breath of God’s mouth(H) will carry him away.(I)

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