40:8 The grass dries up,
the flowers wither,
but the decree of our God is forever reliable.” 1
45:15 Yes, you are a God who keeps hidden,
O God of Israel, deliverer!
[40:8] 1 tn Heb “but the word of our God stands forever.” In this context the divine “word” specifically refers to his decreed promise assuring Jerusalem that her suffering is over and his glorious return imminent (vv. 1-5).
