# The prophets prophesy with deceit, and the priests rule with their own power

These are the atrocities and horrors that are spoken of in verse 30.

# The prophets prophesy with deceit

"The prophets tell lies when they prophesy"

# the priests rule with their own power

"the priests rule by their own authority"

# but what will happen in the end?

"but in the end I will punish you and you will be regret your wicked behavior"