The people walking in darkness have seen a great light.

On those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light

has dawned. You have shattered the yoke that burdens them,

the bar across their shoulders, the rod of the oppressor.

Every warriors boot used in battle and every garment rolled

in blood will be destined for burning, will be fuel for the fire.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given. And he will be

called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father,

Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his rule and peace,

 

there will be no end. Isaiah 9