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For the people shall dwell in Zion at Jerusalem; you shall weep no more; he will surely be gracious to you at the voice of your cry; when he shall hear, he will answer you.

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Suffering Isn't the End

Commentators agree this verse is a powerful promise of future restoration. After a period of weeping and distress, God promises to bring His people back to a place of security and joy. This shows that for believers, suffering is temporary, and God's ultimate plan is one of gracious restoration and peace.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 30:19

18th Century

Theologian

For the people shall dwell in Zion (see the note at Isaiah 1:8). The language here is evidently adapted to a return from the captiv…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 30:19

19th Century

Bishop

Shall dwell in Zion at Jerusalem. —The two words are, of course, practically synonymous; but the prophet dwells with a pa…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 30:19

16th Century

Theologian

Surely the people in Zion shall dwell in Jerusalem. He confirms the former statement, that the people will indeed be afflicted, but will e…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 30:19

17th Century

Pastor

For the people shall dwell in Zion at JerusalemF26
Or, "for the people of Zion shall dwell in Jerusalem";…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 30:19–26

17th Century

Minister

God's people will soon arrive at the Zion above, and then they will weep no more forever. Even now they would have more comfort, as well as holines…