18 I will gather those who have been driven(A)
from the appointed festivals;
they will be a tribute from you[a]
and a reproach on her.[b]
19 Yes, at that time
I will deal with all who oppress you.
I will save the lame(B) and gather the outcasts;(C)
I will make those who were disgraced
throughout the earth
receive praise and fame.
20 At that time I will bring you[c] back,
yes, at the time I will gather you.
I will give you fame and praise
among all the peoples of the earth,
when I restore your fortunes(D) before your eyes.
The Lord has spoken.

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Footnotes

  1. 3:18 = Jerusalem
  2. 3:18 Hb obscure
  3. 3:20 = people of Israel

18 “I will remove from you
    all who mourn over the loss of your appointed festivals,
    which is a burden and reproach for you.
19 At that time I will deal
    with all who oppressed(A) you.
I will rescue the lame;
    I will gather the exiles.(B)
I will give them praise(C) and honor
    in every land where they have suffered shame.
20 At that time I will gather you;
    at that time I will bring(D) you home.
I will give you honor(E) and praise(F)
    among all the peoples of the earth
when I restore your fortunes[a](G)
    before your very eyes,”
says the Lord.

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Footnotes

  1. Zephaniah 3:20 Or I bring back your captives