44 Thou hast covered thyself with a cloud, that our prayer should not pass through.

Other Translations of Lamentations 3:44

New International Version

44 You have covered yourself with a cloud so that no prayer can get through.

English Standard Version

44 you have wrapped yourself with a cloud so that no prayer can pass through.

The Message

44 You wrapped yourself in thick blankets of clouds so no prayers could get through.

New King James Version

44 You have covered Yourself with a cloud, That prayer should not pass through.

New Living Translation

44 You have hidden yourself in a cloud so our prayers cannot reach you.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Lamentations 3:44

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.