² Like the crocus it will bloom with abundant flowers
    and rejoice with songs of joy.
The glory of Lebanon will be given to it,
    the splendor of Carmel and Sharon.
They will behold the glory of the Lord,
    the splendor of our God.
³ Strengthen the hands that are weak,
    and make firm the knees that give way.
⁴ Say to those who are faint-hearted,
    “Be strong! Do not be afraid!
Here is your God;
    he will come with vengeance.
With divine retribution
    he is coming to save you.”