Isaiah 61:4

"to provide for those who mourn in Zion, to give to them a garland for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he may be glorified."

Key Reflection

This passage describes God’s promise to comfort and transform those who mourn in Zion. He offers them a garland for their ashes, oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for their heavy spirit, transforming them into "trees of righteousness," symbols of His glory and enduring presence.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

And they shall build the old wastes -(See the notes atIsaiah 58:12).

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