14. The fortress will be abandoned,the noisy city deserted;citadel and watchtower will become a wasteland for ever,the delight of donkeys, a pasture for flocks,
15. till the Spirit is poured on us from on high,and the desert becomes a fertile field,and the fertile field seems like a forest.
16. The Lord’s justice will dwell in the desert,his righteousness live in the fertile field.
17. The fruit of that righteousness will be peace;its effect will be quietness and confidence for ever.
18. My people will live in peaceful dwelling-places,in secure homes,in undisturbed places of rest.
19. Though hail flattens the forestand the city is levelled completely,
20. how blessed you will be,sowing your seed by every stream,and letting your cattle and donkeys range free.