(SEE 23:26)

From sunset on the ninth day of the month to sunset on the tenth observe this day as a special day of rest, during which nothing may be eaten.

The Sovereign LORD Almighty was calling you then to weep and mourn, to shave your heads and wear sackcloth.

My people will return weeping, praying as I lead them back. I will guide them to streams of water, on a smooth road where they will not stumble. I am like a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my oldest son."

Some will escape to the mountains like doves frightened from the valleys. All of them will moan over their sins.

Any male who has not been circumcised will no longer be considered one of my people, because he has not kept the covenant with me."