Zephaniah 3

1Woe to the rebellious city! The violent city is defiled. 2She has not listened to the voice of God, nor accepted correction from Yahweh. 3Her princes are roaring lions in her midst. 4Her prophets are insolent and treasonous men. 5Yahweh is righteous in her midst. He can do no wrong. 6“I have destroyed nations; their fortresses are ruined. 7I said, 'Surely you will fear me. Accept correction 8Therefore wait for me—this is Yahweh's declaration—until the day that I rise up to seize the prey. The Hebrew text as until the day that I rise up to seize the prey . However, some ancient and modern versions have until the day that I rise up as a witness . 9But then I will purify the lips of the peoples, 10From beyond the river of Cush my worshipers—my scattered people—will bring offerings due me. 11In that day you will not be put to shame for all your deeds that you committed against me, 12But I will leave among you a lowly and poor people, 13The remnant of Israel will no longer commit injustice or speak lies, 14Sing, daughter of Zion! Shout, Israel. 15Yahweh has taken away your punishment; he has driven out your enemies! 16In that day they will say to Jerusalem, 17Yahweh your God is among you, a mighty one to save you. 18I will gather those who grieve, those who cannot attend the appointed feasts, This verse is very difficult to understand, and modern versions translate it in many different ways. 19Behold, I am about to deal with all your oppressors. 20At that time I will lead you; at that time I will gather you together.