Lamentations 1:11
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Lamentations 1:11 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Lamentations 1:11 is a verse from the book of Lamentations in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
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Cross-References for Lamentations 1:11
“In the hardship the Lord is going to bring on you, you will serve your enemies in hunger and thirst, in clothing and in utter need. He will put an iron yoke on your neck until he has destroyed you.”
Similar theme of hardship and being humbled
“We submitted to Egypt and Assyria to get enough bread.”
Mirrors the desperation for food
“Her profits will be set apart for the Lord; they will not be stored up or hoarded. Her profits will go to those who live before the Lord, for abundant food and fine clothes.”
Contrast with the current state of hunger.
“This will happen so that they will lack food and water, and be appalled at the sight of each other and waste away because of their sin.”
Shares the theme of famine
“You will eat but not be satisfied; your stomach will still be empty. You will store up but save nothing, because what you save I will give to the sword.”
Links to the theme of not being satisfied even while eating.
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