1 This is what the Lord says to Cyrus, his appointed king:“I hold your right handand will help you defeat nationsand take away other kings’ power.I will open doors for youso city gates will not stop you.
2 I will go before youand make the mountains flat.I will break down the bronze gates of the citiesand cut through their iron bars.
3 I will give you the wealth that is stored awayand the hidden richesso you will know I am the Lord,the God of Israel, who calls you by name.
4 I do these things for my servants, the people of Jacob,and for my chosen people, the Israelites.Cyrus, I call you by name,and I give you a title of honor even though you don’t know me.
5 I am the Lord. There is no other God;I am the only God.I will make you strong,even though you don’t know me,