Lamentations 4:2
King James Version
Translation: KJV
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1How is the gold become dim! how is the most fine gold changed! the stones of the sanctuary are poured out in the top of every street.Select Lamentations 4:1
2The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, how are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter!Select Lamentations 4:2
3Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness.Select Lamentations 4:3
4The tongue of the sucking child cleaveth to the roof of his mouth for thirst: the young children ask bread, and no man breaketh it unto them.Select Lamentations 4:4
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WEB
4:2 The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, How are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter!
ASV
4:2 The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, How are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter!
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