it shall blossom abundantly
    and rejoice with joy and singing.
(A)The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it,
    the majesty of (B)Carmel and (C)Sharon.
(D)They shall see the glory of the Lord,
    the majesty of our God.

(E)Strengthen the weak hands,
    and make firm the feeble knees.
Say to those who have an anxious heart,
    “Be strong; fear not!
(F)Behold, your God
    will come with vengeance,
with the recompense of God.
    He will come and save you.”

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it will burst into bloom;
    it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy.(A)
The glory of Lebanon(B) will be given to it,
    the splendor of Carmel(C) and Sharon;(D)
they will see the glory(E) of the Lord,
    the splendor of our God.(F)

Strengthen the feeble hands,
    steady the knees(G) that give way;
say(H) to those with fearful hearts,(I)
    “Be strong, do not fear;(J)
your God will come,(K)
    he will come with vengeance;(L)
with divine retribution
    he will come to save(M) you.”

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