Reading for December 11th

Read Lamentations 4.17-22. In 4.17-22: The final days of the city. The poet describes the fall of Jerusaelm (2 Kings 25), as she loses anyhope of protection. The nation that could not save is likely Egypt (Jer 44.30). Lord's anointed is the king, who is described in exalted terms. In verses 21-22: Call for punishment of Edom. Various biblical accounts complain that Edom gloated over Jerusalem's fall (Obadiah; Ps 137). The poet calls for the punishment and self-humiliation of Edom. In verse 22: Punishment ... accomplished may suggest that the book is written after the traumatic events described. Comments or Questions..