1 Sing and shout,even though you have neverhad children!The Lord has promised that youwill have more childrenthan someone marriedfor a long time.
2 Make your tents larger!Spread out the tent pegs;fasten them firmly.
3 You and your descendantswill take over the landof other nations.You will settle in townsthat are now in ruins.
4 Don't be afraid or ashamedand don't be discouraged.You won't be disappointed.Forget how sinful you werewhen you were young;stop feeling ashamedfor being left a widow.