Isaiah 61

2 He has sent me to tell those who mourn

that the time of the Lord’s favor has come,*61:2 Or to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.

and with it, the day of God’s anger against their enemies.

3 To all who mourn in Israel,*61:3 Hebrew in Zion.

he will give a crown of beauty for ashes,

a joyous blessing instead of mourning,

festive praise instead of despair.

In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks

that the Lord has planted for his own glory.