53 They tried to end my life in a pit and threw stones at me;

Other Translations of Lamentations 3:53

King James Version

53 They have cut off my life in the dungeon, and cast a stone upon me.

English Standard Version

53 they flung me alive into the pit and cast stones on me;

The Message

53 They threw me into a pit, then pelted me with stones.

New King James Version

53 They silenced my life in the pit And threw stones at me.

New Living Translation

53 They threw me into a pit and dropped stones on me.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Lamentations 3:53

Commentary on Lamentations 3:42-54

(Read Lamentations 3:42-54)

The more the prophet looked on the desolations, the more he was grieved. Here is one word of comfort. While they continued weeping, they continued waiting; and neither did nor would expect relief and succour from any but the Lord.