have to understand that it speaks of an inner turning toward the God of Zion? The unfettered joy at the presence of God is a reflection of joy at having the possessions that are to come to Israel in the time of salvation. But does it not also involve joy because of untroubled communion with God? Is the holy highway merely a road for those who make a procession or is it at the same time a way for the people of God who make themselves holy and declare their readiness to offer themselves in renewed