Isa 61:3 to console those who mourn in Zion, to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.”
The ancient people lacked the availability of makeups. In order to prepare for times of joy and festivals , they anoited themselves with olive oil. Likewise during the times of great tribulations, fasting and mourning they put on sack clothes and covered themselves with ashes.
God is promising three things; beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. May these be our portion in Jesus name.
🙏Blessed day🙏