German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)
Siehe, Jahwe, wie mir angst ist, mein Inneres glüht! Das Herz dreht sich mir im Busen um, denn ich war so trotzig. Draußen würgte das Schwert meine Kinder, drinnen die Seuche.
Was bedeutet das?
This verse is from the Book of Lamentations and describes a person's distress and turmoil. The speaker is expressing their sorrow and guilt to God, acknowledging their rebellion and the widespread suffering around them.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine you're really, really sad because you made a big mistake and feel bad about it. This verse is like someone telling God, 'I feel so upset and sorry for what I did, and everything around me feels like it's falling apart.'
Historischer Hintergrund
Lamentations was written by Jeremiah after the destruction of Jerusalem by the Babylonians in 586 BC. It reflects the anguish of the people of Judah and their deep repentance for their sins.
Anwendung für heute
This verse can be applied to someone today who is dealing with the consequences of their actions and feeling overwhelmed by external pressures, like a person who has lost their job and is struggling with family issues at home.
The speaker is likely the prophet Jeremiah, lamenting the state of Jerusalem and the people of Judah after their destruction by the Babylonians.
What does 'abroad the sword bereaveth, at home there is as death' mean?
This phrase means that people are facing death both outside their homes due to war and inside their homes due to the despair and destruction brought about by the invasion.
How can this verse help someone today?
This verse can help someone today by reminding them that even in the midst of overwhelming distress, they can turn to God with their troubles and seek forgiveness.
What does 'my bowels are troubled' refer to?
This phrase is a metaphor indicating deep emotional distress and turmoil, expressing profound sorrow and anxiety.