Psalm 79:3-5
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
3 They have poured out their blood like water
all around Jerusalem,
and no one is left to do the burying.(A)
4 We have become the reproach of our neighbors,
the scorn and derision of those around us.(B)
II
5 How long, Lord? Will you be angry forever?
Will your jealous anger keep burning like fire?(C)
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