Zephaniah 3:9–18 · BSB
3:9
For then I will restore pure lips to the peoples, that all may call upon the name of the LORD and serve Him shoulder to shoulder.
3:10
From beyond the rivers of Cush My worshipers, My scattered people, will bring Me an offering.
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3:11
On that day you will not be put to shame for any of the deeds by which you have transgressed against Me. For then I will remove from among you those who rejoice in their pride, and you will never again be haughty on My holy mountain.
3:12
But I will leave within you a meek and humble people, and they will trust in the name of the LORD.
3:13
The remnant of Israel will no longer do wrong or speak lies, nor will a deceitful tongue be found in their mouths. But they will feed and lie down, with no one to make them tremble.”
3:14
Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem!
3:15
The LORD has taken away your punishment; He has turned back your enemy. Israel’s King, the LORD, is among you; no longer will you fear any harm.
3:16
On that day they will say to Jerusalem: “Do not fear, O Zion; do not let your hands fall limp.
3:17
The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”
3:18
“I will gather those among you who grieve over the appointed feasts, so that you will no longer suffer reproach.
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