The creation of new fruit of the lips—"peace, peace, to the far and the near"—represents restored speech, reconciliation, and proclamation after the silence and shame of judgment. The repetition of "peace" emphasizes the totality and sufficiency of God's restoration, extending to all (far and near). The phrase "fruit of the lips" suggests thanksgiving, praise, and covenantal speech as the expression of healed relationship. This verse moves from private healing to public proclamation, imagining a community whose restored capacity to speak and praise demonstrates YHWH's efficacy and reliability.

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