1. How is the gold become dim! {how} is the most fine gold changed! the stones of the sanctuary are poured out in the top of every street. / 2. The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, how are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter! →

Lamentations 4: bad news, folks. Jerusalem has gone downhill. The best people are gone, the streets are empty and the city is in ruins. The elders are dying, the young are weak and the priests are confused. →

Joe: Alright, so for our next chapter in the Bible, we've got Lamentations 4. So, Bible Expert, what can you tell us about this chapter? Bible Expert: Well, Joe, Lamentations 4 is a chapter of mourning. →

Alex Trebek: So, tell me a bit about yourself. Contestant: Well, I like to read the Bible. Alex Trebek (sighing): Alright, what can you tell me about it? Contestant: Well, in Lamentations 4, the prophet Jeremiah bemoans the destruction of Jerusalem. →

Listen up recruits! Chapter 4 of Lamentations starts off with a comparison between the current state of Jerusalem and the former glory of the city. It then goes on to talk about how their enemies are mocking them and gloating over their downfall. →

Batman: Oh, Robin, the sorrowful lamentations continue in Chapter 4 of the Bible. Robin: What happens in this chapter, Batman? Joker: Yes, do tell us, Dynamic Duo! Batman: Well, Joker, the prophet Jeremiah mourns for the desolation of Jerusalem. →

Folks, here's the deal. This chapter of the Bible is heavy. My father used to say it was one of the toughest ones to get through. It's about the destruction of Jerusalem, and no malarkey, it's intense. I'm not joking. →

The world is in a very, very sad state! In Lamentations 4, the Bible shows us that God's people are really suffering. It's unbelievable. The most sacred city of Jerusalem has fallen and many of its people have been taken away as prisoners. →

Peter (as narrator): Well, in Lamentations 4, we see the people of Jerusalem in deep distress, lamenting their fate at the hands of their enemies. Lois: Speaking of enemies, remember that time I had to battle the giant chicken? →