3 What sorrow awaits rebellious, polluted Jerusalem, the city of violence and crime! 2 No one can tell it anything; or draw near to its God. 3 Its leaders are like roaring lions who by dawn have left no trace of their prey. 4 Its prophets are arrogant liars seeking their own gain. Its priests defile the Temple by disobeying God’s instructions. 5 But the LORD is still there in the city, But the wicked know no shame. 6 “I have wiped out many nations, none at all. 7 I thought, ‘Surely they will have reverence for me now! to continue their evil deeds. 8 Therefore, be patient,” says the LORD. by the fire of my jealousy. 9 “Then I will purify the speech of all people, so that everyone can worship the LORD together. 10 My scattered people who live beyond the rivers of Ethiopia will come to present their offerings. 11 On that day you will no longer need to be ashamed, There will be no more haughtiness on my holy mountain. 12 Those who are left will be the lowly and humble, for it is they who trust in the name of the LORD. 13 The remnant of Israel will do no wrong; and no one will make them afraid.” 14 Sing, O daughter of Zion; O daughter of Jerusalem! 15 For the LORD will remove his hand of judgment and you will never again fear disaster. 16 On that day the announcement to Jerusalem will be, “Cheer up, Zion! Don’t be afraid! 17 For the LORD your God is living among you. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” 18 “I will gather you who mourn for the appointed festivals; you will be disgraced no more. 19 And I will deal severely with all who have oppressed you. wherever they have been mocked and shamed. 20 On that day I will gather you together I, the LORD, have spoken!”