Lamentations 1:6-8

Good News Translation

⁶ The splendor of Jerusalem is a thing of the past.
    Her leaders are like deer that are weak from hunger,
    Whose strength is almost gone as they flee from the hunters.

⁷ A lonely ruin now, Jerusalem recalls her ancient splendor.
    When she fell to the enemy, there was no one to help her;
    Her conquerors laughed at her downfall.

⁸ Her honor is gone; she is naked and held in contempt.
    She groans and hides her face in shame.
    Jerusalem made herself filthy with terrible sin.