3. For I am the lord, your God,the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.I gave Egypt as a ransom for your freedom;I gave Ethiopia and Seba in your place.
4. Others were given in exchange for you.I traded their lives for yoursbecause you are precious to me.You are honored, and I love you.
5. “Do not be afraid, for I am with you.I will gather you and your children from east and west.
6. I will say to the north and south,‘Bring my sons and daughters back to Israelfrom the distant corners of the earth.