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Isaiah 22:4 · KJV

"Therefore said I, Look away from me; I will weep bitterly, labour not to comfort me, because of the spoiling of the daughter of my people."

King James Version

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Passage Context

2Thou that art full of stirs, a tumultuous city, a joyous city: thy slain men are not slain with the sword, nor dead in battle.
3All thy rulers are fled together, they are bound by the archers: all that are found in thee are bound together, which have fled from far.
4Therefore said I, Look away from me; I will weep bitterly, labour not to comfort me, because of the spoiling of the daughter of my people.
5For it is a day of trouble, and of treading down, and of perplexity by the Lord GOD of hosts in the valley of vision, breaking down the walls, and of crying to the mountains.
6And Elam bare the quiver with chariots of men and horsemen, and Kir uncovered the shield.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean to grieve for others?

2

How do you process your emotions during difficult times?

3

When have you felt overwhelmed by the suffering of those around you?

Life Application

empathy

Practice empathy by reaching out to those who are suffering. Offer support and understanding to those in need.

community

Engage in community service to help those affected by hardship, reflecting the compassion shown by Isaiah.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Jesus teaches about mourning and the comfort that comes from God.

See also: Matthew 5:4

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