1 The Lord GOD’s Spirit is on me,

2 to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor

3 to provide for those who mourn in Zion,

4 They will rebuild the old ruins.

5 Strangers will stand and feed your flocks.

6 But you will be called the LORD’s priests.

7 Instead of your shame you will have double.

8 “For I, the LORD, love justice.

9 Their offspring will be known among the nations,

10 I will greatly rejoice in the LORD!

11 For as the earth produces its bud,