1. But now, this is what the Lord says –he who created you, Jacob,he who formed you, Israel:‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
2. When you pass through the waters,I will be with you;and when you pass through the rivers,they will not sweep over you.When you walk through the fire,you will not be burned;the flames will not set you ablaze.
3. For I am the Lord your God,the Holy One of Israel, your Saviour;I give Egypt for your ransom,Cush and Seba in your stead.
4. Since you are precious and honoured in my sight,and because I love you,I will give people in exchange for you,nations in exchange for your life.