Lamentations 3:30

Dutch Statenvertaling (Importantia edition)

Jod. Hij geve zijn wang dien, die hem slaat, hij worde zat van smaad.

Wat betekent dit?

This verse describes someone who is patient and accepts suffering without resistance. The speaker is likely referring to a person who endures insults and violence without fighting back. The key message is about endurance and accepting hardship.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine someone is being mean to you and hits you. Instead of hitting back or getting angry, you just accept it and try to be patient. This verse talks about being like that, even when people are mean to you.

Historische achtergrond

Lamentations was written by Jeremiah after the destruction of Jerusalem by the Babylonians. The verse reflects on the suffering of the people and their endurance. It was written around 587 BCE, in the context of the Babylonian exile.

Toepassing voor vandaag

In modern times, this can be applied to someone who is unfairly criticized at work and chooses to endure it without retaliation, focusing instead on their work and integrity.

Onderwerpen

• endurance
• suffering
• patience
• reproach
• forgiveness
• hope

Gerelateerde verzen

• Matthew 5:39
• Romans 12:19
• 1 Peter 2:23
• Proverbs 15:1
• Job 1:22

Veelgestelde vragen

Who wrote Lamentations?

Lamentations is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah, who wrote it after the fall of Jerusalem.

What does 'he giveth his cheek to him that smiteth him' mean?

It means the person allows themselves to be hit without resistance, showing patience and endurance.

How can this verse be applied in the workplace?

It can be applied by enduring unfair criticism or treatment with patience and without retaliation, focusing on doing one's job well.

What is the significance of this verse in biblical literature?

It highlights themes of endurance and suffering, showing how to respond to adversity without responding in kind.