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Book of Lamentations - Chapter 4 - Verse 22

4:22
The punishment of thine iniquity is accomplished, O daughter of Zion; he will no more carry thee away into captivity: he will visit thine iniquity, O daughter of Edom; he will discover thy sins.

Meaning

This verse from the book of Lamentations speaks to the completion of the punishment for the iniquities of Zion. The daughter of Zion has gone through the trials and tribulations as a consequence of her sins, and now the time of exile and captivity is over. God will no longer allow her to be carried away into captivity. However, the verse also speaks of the judgment that will come upon the daughter of Edom, symbolizing the enemies of God's people. They will face the consequences of their own sins, as God will visit their iniquity and uncover their sins. This verse serves as a reminder of the justice and judgment of God, as well as the eventual deliverance of the chosen people from their punishments. It is a message of hope and warning, emphasizing the importance of obedience and righteousness in the eyes of God.

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