The Sorrows of Jerusalem 1 How lonely lies Jerusalem, once so full of people! Once honored by the world, she is now like a widow; The noblest of cities has…

The Lord’s Punishment of Jerusalem 1 The Lord in his anger has covered Zion with darkness. Its heavenly splendor he has turned into ruins. On the day of his anger…

Punishment, Repentance, and Hope 1 I am one who knows what it is to be punished by God. 2 He drove me deeper and deeper into darkness 3 And beat…

Jerusalem after Its Fall 1 Our glittering gold has grown dull; the stones of the Temple lie scattered in the streets. 2 Zion’s young people were as precious to us…

A Prayer for Mercy 1 Remember, O Lord, what has happened to us. Look at us, and see our disgrace. 2 Our property is in the hands of strangers; foreigners…