8. I became very angryand hid from you for a short time.But I will show you mercy with kindness forever,”says the Lord your close relative who saves you.
9. The Lord says, “This is like the time of Noah.I promised thenthat I would never flood the world again.In the same way, I promiseI will not be angry with you or punish you again.
10. The mountains may disappear,and the hills may come to an end.But my love will never disappear.My promise of peace will not come to an end,”says the Lord who shows mercy to you.
11. “You poor city. Storms have hurt you,and you have not been comforted.But I will rebuild you using turquoise stones.I will build your foundations with sapphires.
12. I will use rubies to build your walls.I will use shining jewels for the gates.I will build all your outer walls from precious jewels.
13. All your children will be taught by the Lord.And they will have much peace.
14. I will build you using fairness.You will be safe from those who would hurt you.So you will have nothing to fear.Nothing will come to make you afraid.