King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
[It is] good that [a man] should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the LORD.
Complete Jewish Bible:
It is good to wait patiently for the saving help of ADONAI.
Berean Standard Bible:
It is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.
American Standard Version:
It is good that a man should hope and quietly wait for the salvation of Jehovah.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
It is good{H2896} that a man should both hope{H3175}{H2342} and quietly wait{H1748} for the salvation{H8668} of the LORD{H3068}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 37:7
- ¶ Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
Psalms 37:34
- ¶ Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see [it].
Psalms 130:5
- ¶ I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.
Genesis 49:18
- I have waited for thy salvation, O LORD.
Hebrews 10:35
- Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward.
Hebrews 3:14
- For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast unto the end;
Isaiah 30:15
- For thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not.
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Commentary for Lamentations 3:26
Lamentations 3:26 is a verse set within the broader context of the book of Lamentations, which is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah. This book is a collection of poetic laments concerning the destruction of Jerusalem by the Babylonians in 586 BCE. The verses leading up to Lamentations 3:26 express deep sorrow and the personal anguish of someone witnessing the suffering and devastation of their nation.
In verse 26, the theme shifts momentarily from lament to a more hopeful perspective. It emphasizes the virtue of patience and hope in the midst of despair. The verse suggests that it is beneficial for an individual ("[a man]") to maintain a quiet and expectant attitude while awaiting the Lord's intervention or "salvation." This is not a passive resignation but an active choice to trust in God's timing and plan despite the surrounding chaos and tragedy.
Historically, this verse would have resonated with the exiled Jews who were living in the aftermath of the destruction of their temple and city. It served as a reminder that their current state of suffering was not the end and that God's deliverance would come to those who remained faithful. The call to hope and wait quietly reflects the broader biblical theme of faith in God's promises and the ultimate restoration and redemption that He offers. It is a message that encourages endurance and steadfastness in the face of adversity, trusting that God is present and that His salvation is assured for those who hope in Him.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H2896
There are 517 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טוֹב
Transliteration: ṭôwb
Pronunciation: tobe
Description: from טוֹב; good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good or good thing, a good man or woman; the good, goods or good things, good men or women), also as an adverb (well); beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). - Strong's Number: H3175
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָחִיל
Transliteration: yâchîyl
Pronunciation: yaw-kheel'
Description: from יָחַל; expectant; should hope. - Strong's Number: H2342
There are 58 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חוּל
Transliteration: chûwl
Pronunciation: khool
Description: or חִיל; a primitive root; properly, to twist or whirl (in a circular or spiral manner), i.e. (specifically) to dance, to writhe in pain (especially of parturition) or fear; figuratively, to wait, to pervert; bear, (make to) bring forth, (make to) calve, dance, drive away, fall grievously (with pain), fear, form, great, grieve, (be) grievous, hope, look, make, be in pain, be much (sore) pained, rest, shake, shapen, (be) sorrow(-ful), stay, tarry, travail (with pain), tremble, trust, wait carefully (patiently), be wounded. - Strong's Number: H1748
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דּוּמָם
Transliteration: dûwmâm
Pronunciation: doo-mawm'
Description: from דָּמַם; still; adverbially, silently; dumb, silent, quietly wait. - Strong's Number: H8668
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תְּשׁוּעָה
Transliteration: tᵉshûwʻâh
Pronunciation: tesh-oo-aw'
Description: or תְּשֻׁעָה; from שָׁוַע in the sense of יָשַׁע; rescue (literal or figurative, persons, national or spiritual); deliverance, help, safety, salvation, victory. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.