2. The Lord destroyed without mercy every village in JudahAnd tore down the forts that defended the land.He brought disgrace on the kingdom and its rulers.
3. In his fury he shattered the strength of Israel;He refused to help us when the enemy came.He raged against us like fire, destroying everything.
4. He aimed his arrows at us like an enemy;He killed all those who were our joy and delight.Here in Jerusalem we felt his burning anger.
5. Like an enemy, the Lord has destroyed Israel;He has left her forts and palaces in ruins.He has brought on the people of Judah unending sorrow.
6. He smashed to pieces the Temple where we worshipped him;He has put an end to holy days and Sabbaths.King and priest alike have felt the force of his anger.