²⁴ or were inscribed in stone for ever
by an iron stylus and lead!

45 My heart is moved by a noble theme
as I recite my verses to the king;
my tongue is the pen of a skilful writer.^(B)

17 The sin of Judah is inscribed
with an iron stylus.^(A)
With a diamond point
it is engraved on the tablet of their hearts^(B)
and on the horns of their^[a] altars,