54 The water rose over my head, and I cried out, "This is the end!"

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Lamentations 3:54

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.