Lamentations   By: World English Bible

Lamentations by World English Bible is a powerful and moving collection of poems that express grief, sorrow, and lamentation for the destruction of Jerusalem. The author's language is raw and emotional, painting a vivid picture of the devastation and despair felt by the Israelites.

The poems within Lamentations offer a profound insight into the human experience of loss and suffering, reminding readers of the fragility and impermanence of life. Through their words, the author captures the anguish of a people who have witnessed the destruction of their homeland, their city in ruins, and their faith tested to its limits.

Despite the bleak and somber tone of the book, there is a glimmer of hope shining through the darkness. The author reminds readers of God's faithfulness and mercy, offering a sense of comfort and solace in the midst of tragedy.

Lamentations by World English Bible is a poignant and moving read that will resonate with readers who have experienced loss and suffering in their own lives. It serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring human spirit and the resilience of faith in the face of adversity.

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Book 25 Lamentations 001:001 How the city sits solitary, that was full of people! She has become as a widow, who was great among the nations! She who was a princess among the provinces is become tributary! 001:002 She weeps sore in the night, and her tears are on her cheeks; among all her lovers she has none to comfort her: All her friends have dealt treacherously with her; they are become her enemies. 001:003 Judah is gone into captivity because of affliction, and because of great servitude; she dwells among the nations, she finds no rest: all her persecutors overtook her within the straits. 001:004 The ways of Zion do mourn, because none come to the solemn assembly; all her gates are desolate, her priests do sigh: her virgins are afflicted, and she herself is in bitterness. 001:005 Her adversaries are become the head, her enemies prosper; for Yahweh has afflicted her for the multitude of her transgressions: her young children are gone into captivity before the adversary. 001:006 From the daughter of Zion all her majesty is departed: her princes are become like harts that find no pasture, they are gone without strength before the pursuer... Continue reading book >>