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Lamentations 4:3 · KJV

"Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1How is the gold become dim! how is the most fine gold changed! the stones of the sanctuary are poured out in the top of every street.
2The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, how are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter!
3Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness.
4The tongue of the sucking child cleaveth to the roof of his mouth for thirst: the young children ask bread, and no man breaketh it unto them.
5They that did feed delicately are desolate in the streets: they that were brought up in scarlet embrace dunghills.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the imagery of cruelty resonate with you?

2

What does it mean for you to feel abandoned?

3

When have you experienced a sense of loss similar to that described here?

Life Application

grief

Acknowledge your feelings of loss and seek support from others.

compassion

Reflect on how you can show kindness to those who are suffering.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of ancient Israel, significant for its religious and historical importance.

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