16. For I will not accuse forever,nor always be angry;For without me their spirit fails,the life breath that I have given.
17. Because of their wicked avarice I grew angry;I struck them, hiding myself from them in wrath.But they turned back, following the wayof their own heart.
18. I saw their ways,but I will heal them.I will lead them and restore full comfort to themand to those who mourn for them,
19. creating words of comfort.Peace! Peace to those who are far and near,says the Lord; and I will heal them.