Lamentations 3:10
“He was unto me as a bear lying in wait, and as a lion in secret places.”
What does Lamentations 3:10 mean?
The King James Version of Lamentations 3:10 reads: "He was unto me as a bear lying in wait, and as a lion in secret places." This verse is part of the lament of the prophet Jeremiah, who mourns the destruction of Jerusalem and the suffering of its people. The book of…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Waiting Beasts: Understanding God’s Discipline
In the book of Lamentations, the prophet Jeremiah expresses his profound grief over the destruction of Jerusalem and the terrible fate of his people. Amidst his lament, he offers verses steeped in vivid imagery, particularly in Lamentations 3:10: "He was unto me as a bear lying…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Humble Reflection and Trust in the Lord
O Lord, our God, with humble hearts we come before You, seeking refuge in Your arms of mercy and grace. As we reflect on the words of Lamentations 3:10, "He was unto me as a bear lying in wait, and as a lion in secret places," we are reminded of the profound challenges and fears…
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