42 "We have sinned and rebelled and you have not forgiven.
42 We have transgressed and have rebelled: thou hast not pardoned.
42 "We have transgressed and rebelled, and you have not forgiven.
42 "We've been contrary and willful, and you haven't forgiven.
42 We have transgressed and rebelled; You have not pardoned.
42 "We have sinned and rebelled, and you have not forgiven us.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Lamentations 3:42
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.