15 But I am very angry with the[6] nations who are at ease and feel secure; for while I was only a little angry, they[7] furthered the disaster [against the people of Israel]."

16 'Therefore, thus says the LORD, "I have returned to Jerusalem with mercy and compassion. My house shall be built in it," says the LORD of hosts, "and a[8] measuring line shall be stretched out over Jerusalem."'

17 "Proclaim again, 'Thus says the LORD of hosts, "My cities shall again overflow with prosperity, and the LORD shall again comfort Zion and again choose Jerusalem."'"