1. The Lord says, "For the good of Zion I will not keep silent. For Jerusalem's benefit I will not remain quiet. I will not keep silent until its people's godliness shines like the sunrise. I will not remain quiet until they are saved and shine like a blazing torch.
2. Jerusalem , the nations will see that I have made everything right for you. All of their kings will see your glory. You will be called by a new name. I myself will give it to you.
3. You will be like a glorious crown in my strong hand. You will be like a royal crown in my powerful hand.
4. People will not call you Deserted anymore. They will no longer name your land Empty. Instead, you will be called The One the Lord Delights In. Your land will be named The Married One. I will take delight in you. And your land will be like a bride.
5. As a young man gets married to a young woman, your people will marry you. As a groom is happy with his bride, I will be full of joy over you."
6. Jerusalem , I have stationed guards on your walls. They must never be silent day or night. You who call out to the Lord must not give yourselves any rest.
7. And don't give him any rest until he makes Jerusalem secure. Don't give him any peace until people all over the earth praise that city.