Lamentations 4:13

For the sins of her prophets, and the iniquities of her priests, that have shed the blood of the just in the midst of her,

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Other Translations for Lamentations 4:13

BSB
But this was for the sins of her prophets and the guilt of her priests, who shed the blood of the righteous in her midst.
AKJV
For the sins of her prophets, and the iniquities of her priests, that have shed the blood of the just in the middle of her,
CPDV
MEM. It is because of the sins of her prophets, and the iniquities of her priests, who have shed the blood of the just in her midst.
ERV
It is because of the sins of her prophets, and the iniquities of her priests, that have shed the blood of the just in the midst of her.
NHEB
It is because of the sins of her prophets, and the iniquities of her priests, that have shed the blood of the just in the midst of her.
SMT
From the sins of her prophets the iniquities of her priests shedding the blood of the just in her midst,

Commentary for Lamentations 4:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Lamentations 4:13
Summary
Religious leaders' sin caused city's destruction
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Leadership accountability
Estimated Time Period
c. 586 BC
Category
Judgment