The restoration of the Holy Land is a theme that runs throughout the scriptures, from the consequences of not being faithful to God's covenant to the promise of a new beginning. The land is not just a stage, but an active participant in our ongoing relationship with God, and its desolation and exile are a result of our disobedience. However, God's word and knowledge are the root of our existence, and remembering and living in accordance with them is the key to redemption and a life of faithfulness to God.