“The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir tree, the pine tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.”
The promise that Zion will receive the glory of Lebanon (cedars, pines, firs) and become a place of splendor transforms the city into paradisiacal garden. The beautification language suggests that restoration includes creation-renewal: the most magnificent trees adorn the restored temple and city. The statement about beautifying the place of the sanctuary indicates that YHWH's dwelling-place will be materially and aesthetically transformed. This verse spiritualizes natural splendor: the forest's glory serves as medium for divine glory's manifestation.
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