64.2 A New Era of Justice And Peace

(Isaiah 54:11-17)

The Lord says, "O Jerusalem, you suffering, helpless city, with no one to comfort you,

I will rebuild your foundations with precious stones.

I will build your towers with rubies, your gates with stones that glow like fire, and the wall around you with jewels.

"I myself will teach your people and give prosperity and peace.

Justice and right will make you strong.

You will be safe from oppression and terror.

If anyone attacks you, he does it without my consent; whoever fights against you will fall.

I create the blacksmith, who builds a fire and forges weapons.

I also create the soldier, who uses the weapons to kill.

But no weapon will be able to hurt you; you will have an answer for all who accuse you.

I will defend my servants and give them victory."

The Lord has spoken.