Daily Bible Reading - June 20th, 2021 | American Bible Society

Daily Bible Reading - June 20th, 2021 | American Bible Society: Isaiah 52:1-12: Today’s reading is an oracle about the restoration of Jerusalem, the Holy city of God. Jerusalem, the capital of Judah, the southern kingdom, had been destroyed by the Babylonians. The Babylonian army stole treasures from the royal palace and the Temple, and the people of Judah were forced into exile (587 B.C.). Now a messenger comes to announce the good news that the people can return home because God will rescue the city.