Lamentations 3:46

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

فَتَحَ كُلُّ أَعْدَائِنَا أَفْوَاهَهُمْ عَلَيْنَا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how all the enemies of the speaker are speaking against them. It's a lament from someone who feels surrounded by adversaries. The key message is about the overwhelming opposition faced by the speaker.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game and all the other kids decide to team up and say mean things about you. This verse is like that, but in a serious situation where people are really upset about it.

Historical Background

Lamentations is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah and was written around 587 BCE, after the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians. The book is a series of laments over the destruction of Jerusalem and the suffering of the Jewish people.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, imagine a person or a group facing opposition from all sides, like a business owner whose competitors are spreading rumors about their company. This verse can help us empathize with their situation and seek ways to overcome adversity.

Topics

• adversity
• perseverance
• suffering
• enemy
• lament
• oppression

Related Verses

• Psalms 35:16
• Psalms 69:4
• Jeremiah 15:10
• Matthew 5:11
• 1 Peter 4:4

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Lamentations?

Lamentations is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah, who wrote it around 587 BCE during a time of great sorrow for the Jewish people.

What was the context of Lamentations 3:46?

The verse was written in a time when the Babylonians had destroyed Jerusalem and the Jewish people were suffering greatly, facing many adversaries.

How can Lamentations 3:46 be applied to modern life?

This verse can help us understand and empathize with situations where we or others face overwhelming opposition, encouraging us to seek strength and perseverance.

What are some cross-references for Lamentations 3:46?

Some cross-references include Psalms 35:16, Psalms 69:4, Jeremiah 15:10, Matthew 5:11, and 1 Peter 4:4, which all deal with themes of suffering and opposition.