Lamentations 3:22
New International Version
Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.

New Living Translation
The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease.

English Standard Version
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end;

Berean Standard Bible
Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail.

King James Bible
It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

New King James Version
Through the LORD’s mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD’S acts of mercy indeed do not end, For His compassions do not fail.

NASB 1995
The LORD’S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail.

NASB 1977
The LORD’S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail.

Legacy Standard Bible
The lovingkindnesses of Yahweh indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail.

Amplified Bible
It is because of the LORD’S lovingkindnesses that we are not consumed, Because His [tender] compassions never fail.

Christian Standard Bible
Because of the LORD’s faithful love we do not perish, for his mercies never end.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Because of the LORD’s faithful love we do not perish, for His mercies never end.

American Standard Version
It is of Jehovah's lovingkindnesses that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD's kindness never fails! If he had not been merciful, we would have been destroyed.

English Revised Version
It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the LORD's mercy. We were not completely wiped out. His compassion is never limited.

Good News Translation
The LORD's unfailing love and mercy still continue,

International Standard Version
Because of the LORD's gracious love we are not consumed, since his compassions never end.

Majority Standard Bible
Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail.

NET Bible
The LORD's loyal kindness never ceases; his compassions never end.

New Heart English Bible
The LORD's faithful love does not cease; his compassion does not fail.

Webster's Bible Translation
It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

World English Bible
It is because of Yahweh’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because his mercies don’t fail.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
The kindnesses of YHWH! For we have not been consumed, "" For His mercies have not ended.

Young's Literal Translation
The kindnesses of Jehovah! For we have not been consumed, For not ended have His mercies.

Smith's Literal Translation
The mercies of Jehovah are that we were not consumed, for his compassions were not finished.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Heth. The mercies of the Lord that we are not consumed: because his commiserations have not failed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
HETH. By the mercies of the Lord, we are not consumed. For his compassion has not passed away.

New American Bible
The LORD’s acts of mercy are not exhausted, his compassion is not spent;

New Revised Standard Version
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases, his mercies never come to an end;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Surely the kindness of the LORD never ceases and his mercies never fail.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Kheth The kindness of LORD JEHOVAH that does not fail and his mercies that do not end
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Surely the LORD'S mercies are not consumed, Surely His compassions fail not.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
HETH. It is the mercies of the Lord, that he has not failed me, because his compassions are not exhausted. Pity us, O Lord, early every month: for we are not brought to an end, because his compassions are not exhausted.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jeremiah's Hope
21Yet I call this to mind, and therefore I have hope: 22Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. 23They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!…

Cross References
Psalm 136:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 103:17
But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children—

Psalm 89:1-2
A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. / For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.”

Isaiah 54:10
Though the mountains may be removed and the hills may be shaken, My loving devotion will not depart from you, and My covenant of peace will not be broken,” says the LORD, who has compassion on you.

Isaiah 55:3
Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant—My loving devotion promised to David.

Exodus 34:6
Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness,

Numbers 14:18
‘The LORD is slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion, forgiving iniquity and transgression. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers upon their children to the third and fourth generation.’

Deuteronomy 7:9
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments.

Nehemiah 9:31
But in Your great compassion, You did not put an end to them; nor did You forsake them, for You are a gracious and compassionate God.

Micah 7:18-20
Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance—who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion? / He will again have compassion on us; He will vanquish our iniquities. You will cast out all our sins into the depths of the sea. / You will show faithfulness to Jacob and loving devotion to Abraham, as You swore to our fathers from the days of old.

Hosea 2:19-20
So I will betroth you to Me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in loving devotion and compassion. / And I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will know the LORD.”

1 Chronicles 16:34
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.

2 Chronicles 30:9
For if you return to the LORD, your brothers and sons will receive mercy in the presence of their captors and will return to this land. For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful; He will not turn His face away from you if you return to Him.”

Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor principalities, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, / neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Ephesians 2:4-5
But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, / made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved!


Treasury of Scripture

It is of the LORD's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

of

Ezra 9:8,9,13-15
And now for a little space grace hath been shewed from the LORD our God, to leave us a remnant to escape, and to give us a nail in his holy place, that our God may lighten our eyes, and give us a little reviving in our bondage…

Nehemiah 9:31
Nevertheless for thy great mercies' sake thou didst not utterly consume them, nor forsake them; for thou art a gracious and merciful God.

Psalm 78:38
But he, being full of compassion, forgave their iniquity, and destroyed them not: yea, many a time turned he his anger away, and did not stir up all his wrath.

because

Psalm 77:8
Is his mercy clean gone for ever? doth his promise fail for evermore?

Psalm 86:15
But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.

Micah 7:18,19
Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy…

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1. The prophet bewails his own calamities
22. By the mercies of God, he nourishes his hope
37. He acknowledges God's justice
55. He prays for deliverance
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Because of the LORD’s
The phrase begins with a focus on the divine name, "LORD," which in Hebrew is "YHWH" (Yahweh). This name is deeply significant, representing the covenantal God of Israel who is both transcendent and immanent. The use of "LORD" here emphasizes the personal and relational nature of God, who is actively involved in the lives of His people. Historically, this name was revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14), signifying God's eternal presence and faithfulness.

loving devotion
The Hebrew word here is "chesed," often translated as "steadfast love" or "lovingkindness." It conveys a sense of loyal love and faithfulness, rooted in covenantal commitment. "Chesed" is a central theme in the Old Testament, reflecting God's unwavering love for His people despite their unfaithfulness. This concept is foundational to understanding God's character as one who is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love (Exodus 34:6).

we are not consumed
This phrase speaks to the preservation and protection of God's people. The Hebrew root "kalah" can mean to be finished or completed, but here it is used in the sense of being destroyed or annihilated. Despite the severe judgment and suffering experienced by the Israelites, they are not utterly destroyed. This reflects the historical context of the Babylonian exile, where Jerusalem was devastated, yet a remnant remained. It underscores the hope and assurance that God's people will not be completely forsaken.

for His mercies
The word "mercies" is derived from the Hebrew "rachamim," which is related to "rechem," meaning "womb." This imagery suggests a deep, compassionate love akin to that of a mother for her child. It highlights the tender and nurturing aspect of God's care for His people. In the broader scriptural context, God's mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23), emphasizing their continual renewal and availability.

never fail
The phrase "never fail" is translated from the Hebrew "tamam," meaning to be complete or finished. In this context, it signifies that God's mercies are inexhaustible and perpetual. They do not come to an end, reflecting the eternal and unchanging nature of God's character. This assurance is a source of hope and comfort, especially in times of distress and uncertainty, reminding believers of God's unfailing faithfulness throughout history.

(22) It is of the Lord's mercies.--It is, perhaps, part of the elaborate art of this poem that Lamentations 3:22-42, which form its centre, and that of the whole book, represent the highest point of trust to which the mourner attains, being both preceded and followed by words of lamentation.

Verses 22-36. - RESIGNATION AND HOPEFULNESS. Verse 22. - It is of the Lord's mercies, etc.; literally, The Lord's mercies that we are not consumed. But the "we" is difficult, especially considering that in ver. 23 (which is clearly parallel) the subject of the sentence is, not "we," but "the Lord's mercies." Hence it is probable that the reading of the Targum and the Peshite (adopted by Thenius, Ewald, and Bickell) is correct, "The Lord's mercies, verily they cease not" (tammu for tamnu).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Because of
כִּ֣י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

the LORD’s
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

loving devotion
חַֽסְדֵ֤י (ḥas·ḏê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty

we are not
לֹא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

consumed,
תָ֔מְנוּ (ṯā·mə·nū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common plural
Strong's 8552: To be complete or finished

for
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

His compassions
רַחֲמָֽיו׃ (ra·ḥă·māw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7356: Compassion, the womb, a maiden

never
לֹא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

fail.
כָל֖וּ (ḵā·lū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3615: To be complete, at an end, finished, accomplished, or spent


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