21. Don’t be afraid, land; rejoice and be glad,for the Lord has done great things.
22. Don’t be afraid, wild animals,for the wilderness pastures have turned green, the trees bear their fruit,and the fig tree and grapevine yield their riches.
23. Children of Zion, rejoice and be gladin the Lord your God, because He gives you the autumn rainfor your vindication. He sends showers for you,both autumn and spring rain as before.
24. The threshing floors will be full of grain, and the vats will overflowwith new wine and olive oil.
25. I will repay you for the yearsthat the swarming locust ate, the young locust, the destroying locust,and the devouring locust —My great army that I sent against you.
26. You will have plenty to eat and be satisfied. You will praise the name of Yahweh your God, who has dealt wondrously with you. My people will never again be put to shame.