And the word of the Lord of hosts came unto me, saying. ] The word of prophecy, as the Targum paraphrases it: here begins a new prophecy, respecting the abrogation of Jewish fasts, and the calling of the Gentiles.
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These are the things you should do: Speak the truth to each other; make truthful, just, and peaceable decisions within your gates.
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Don't plan evil for each other. Don't adore swearing falsely, for all of these are things that I hate, says the LORD.
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The word of the LORD of heavenly forces came to me:
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The LORD of heavenly forces proclaims: The fasts of the fourth, fifth, seventh, and tenth months will become times of joy and gladness, pleasant feasts for the house of Judah. Love truth and peace!
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The LORD of heavenly forces proclaims: Peoples will still come, the inhabitants of many cities.