17 He leads advisors to a foolish end and judges to stupidity.
18 He removes the belt of kings and encircles their waist with a rope.
19 He leads away priests in dishonor and displaces nobles,
20 altering the lips of those who speak the truth and sweeping away the teaching of the aged.
21 He pours disdain upon the leaders, relieving those who had been oppressed.
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