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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/lamentations/3.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/lamentations/3.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />For he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to anyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/lamentations/3.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />For he does not enjoy hurting people or causing them sorrow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/lamentations/3.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />for he does not afflict from his heart or grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/lamentations/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/lamentations/3.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/lamentations/3.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For He does not afflict willingly, Nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/lamentations/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For He does not afflict willingly Or grieve the sons of mankind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/lamentations/3.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For He does not afflict willingly Or grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/lamentations/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For He does not afflict willingly, Or grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/lamentations/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For He does not afflict from His heart Or grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/lamentations/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For He does not afflict willingly <i>and</i> from His heart Or grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/lamentations/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For he does not enjoy bringing affliction or suffering on mankind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/lamentations/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For He does not enjoy bringing affliction or suffering on mankind. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/lamentations/3.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For he doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/lamentations/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The Lord doesn't enjoy sending grief or pain. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/lamentations/3.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For he doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/lamentations/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He does not willingly bring suffering or grief to anyone,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/lamentations/3.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He takes no pleasure in causing us grief or pain. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/lamentations/3.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For he does not deliberately hurt or grieve human beings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/lamentations/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/lamentations/3.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For he is not predisposed to afflict or to grieve people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/lamentations/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For he is not predisposed to bring affliction or suffering to human beings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/lamentations/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/lamentations/3.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/lamentations/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For He has not afflicted with His heart, "" Nor does He grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/lamentations/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For He hath not afflicted with His heart, Nor doth He grieve the sons of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/lamentations/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For he afflicted not from his heart and grieved the sons of men,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/lamentations/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Caph. For he hath not willingly afflicted, nor cast off the children of men. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/lamentations/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />CAPH. For he has not humiliated from his heart, nor has he thrown aside the sons of men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/lamentations/3.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He does not willingly afflict or bring grief to human beings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/lamentations/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />for he does not willingly afflict or grieve anyone.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/lamentations/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For he does not afflict willingly, but he afflicts the children of the mighty men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/lamentations/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because he has not answered from his heart, and he humbles the children of mighty men<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/lamentations/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For He doth not afflict willingly, Nor grieve the children of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/lamentations/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />He has not answered <i>in anger</i> from his heart, though he has brought low the children of a man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/lamentations/3-33.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rKrWuOkEqzQ?start=882" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/lamentations/3.htm">Jeremiah's Hope</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">32</span>Even if He causes grief, He will show compassion according to His abundant loving devotion. <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">He does not</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: mil·lib·bōw (Prep-m:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">willingly</a> <a href="/hebrew/6031.htm" title="6031: ‘in·nāh (V-Piel-Perf-3ms) -- To be bowed down or afflicted. A primitive root; to depress literally or figuratively, transitive or intransitive.">afflict</a> <a href="/hebrew/3013.htm" title="3013: way·yag·geh (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To suffer. A primitive root; to grieve.">or grieve</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ʾīš (N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">of men.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>To crush underfoot all the prisoners of the land,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/63-9.htm">Isaiah 63:9</a></span><br />In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/103-13.htm">Psalm 103:13-14</a></span><br />As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. / For He knows our frame; He is mindful that we are dust.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/18-32.htm">Ezekiel 18:32</a></span><br />For I take no pleasure in anyone’s death, declares the Lord GOD. So repent and live!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/7-18.htm">Micah 7:18</a></span><br />Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance—who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/11-8.htm">Hosea 11:8-9</a></span><br />How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned within Me; My compassion is stirred! / I will not execute the full fury of My anger; I will not destroy Ephraim again. For I am God and not man—the Holy One among you—and I will not come in wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/30-5.htm">Psalm 30:5</a></span><br />For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/54-7.htm">Isaiah 54:7-8</a></span><br />“For a brief moment I forsook you, but with great compassion I will bring you back. / In a surge of anger I hid My face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD your Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/31-20.htm">Jeremiah 31:20</a></span><br />Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefore My heart yearns for him; I have great compassion for him,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-11.htm">James 5:11</a></span><br />See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-10.htm">Hebrews 12:10</a></span><br />Our fathers disciplined us for a short time as they thought best, but God disciplines us for our good, so that we may share in His holiness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a></span><br />And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-3.htm">2 Corinthians 1:3-4</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-4.htm">Matthew 5:4</a></span><br />Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-36.htm">Luke 6:36</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For he does not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.</p><p class="hdg">afflict</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/28-21.htm">Isaiah 28:21</a></b></br> For the LORD shall rise up as <i>in</i> mount Perazim, he shall be wroth as <i>in</i> the valley of Gibeon, that he may do his work, his strange work; and bring to pass his act, his strange act.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/18-32.htm">Ezekiel 18:32</a></b></br> For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn <i>yourselves</i>, and live ye.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/33-11.htm">Ezekiel 33:11</a></b></br> Say unto them, <i>As</i> I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?</p><p class="hdg">willingly.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/jeremiah/31-28.htm">Afflict</a> <a href="/lamentations/1-12.htm">Afflicted</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-19.htm">Affliction</a> <a href="/lamentations/2-21.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/lamentations/2-20.htm">Children</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-32.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/lamentations/1-4.htm">Grieve</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-21.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/jeremiah/48-38.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/jeremiah/10-18.htm">Troubling</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-13.htm">Willingly</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/amos/5-12.htm">Afflict</a> <a href="/ezekiel/16-49.htm">Afflicted</a> <a href="/hosea/5-15.htm">Affliction</a> <a href="/lamentations/4-11.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/lamentations/4-4.htm">Children</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-51.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/ezekiel/7-12.htm">Grieve</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-41.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/lamentations/3-36.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/ezekiel/28-24.htm">Troubling</a> <a href="/hosea/5-11.htm">Willingly</a><div class="vheading2">Lamentations 3</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/lamentations/3-1.htm">The prophet bewails his own calamities</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/lamentations/3-22.htm">By the mercies of God, he nourishes his hope</a></span><br><span class="reftext">37. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/lamentations/3-37.htm">He acknowledges God's justice</a></span><br><span class="reftext">55. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/lamentations/3-55.htm">He prays for deliverance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">64. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/lamentations/3-64.htm">And vengeance on his enemies</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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It suggests that God does not take pleasure in causing pain or suffering. This aligns with other scriptures such as <a href="/ezekiel/33-11.htm">Ezekiel 33:11</a>, where God expresses that He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked. Theologically, it reflects God's nature as compassionate and merciful, as seen in <a href="/psalms/103-8.htm">Psalm 103:8</a>, which describes Him as "slow to anger, abounding in love."<p><b>afflict or grieve</b><br>The terms "afflict" and "grieve" indicate actions that result in suffering or sorrow. In the context of Lamentations, these words are significant as they reflect the intense suffering experienced by the people of Jerusalem during the Babylonian siege and exile. Historically, this period was marked by destruction and despair, as recorded in <a href="/2_kings/25.htm">2 Kings 25</a>. Theologically, this suffering is often understood as a consequence of Israel's disobedience, yet it is not God's ultimate desire for His people. This is consistent with <a href="/hebrews/12-10.htm">Hebrews 12:10-11</a>, which speaks of discipline as a means to produce righteousness and peace.<p><b>the sons of men.</b><br>This phrase refers to humanity in general, emphasizing the universal scope of God's compassion. It highlights that God's dealings with people are not arbitrary but are rooted in His love for all mankind. This is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus Christ's sacrifice is described as being for all people (<a href="/john/3-16.htm">John 3:16</a>). The phrase also connects to the broader biblical narrative of God's redemptive plan for humanity, as seen in <a href="/romans/8-20.htm">Romans 8:20-21</a>, where creation itself is described as being subjected to frustration in hope of eventual liberation.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jeremiah.htm">Jeremiah</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Lamentations, Jeremiah was a prophet who witnessed the destruction of Jerusalem and expressed his sorrow and lament through this book.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The city that was destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 BC, leading to the lamentations and sorrow expressed in this book.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sons_of_men.htm">The Sons of Men</a></b><br>A term referring to humanity in general, emphasizing the universal nature of human suffering and God's relationship with all people.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/babylonian_exile.htm">Babylonian Exile</a></b><br>The event during which the Israelites were taken captive by the Babylonians, serving as the historical backdrop for the book of Lamentations.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>The overarching theme in Lamentations, highlighting God's control and purpose even amidst suffering and judgment.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_reluctance_to_afflict.htm">God's Reluctance to Afflict</a></b><br>God does not take pleasure in human suffering. His actions are always purposeful and rooted in His love and justice.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_divine_discipline.htm">Understanding Divine Discipline</a></b><br>Just as a loving parent disciplines a child, God’s afflictions are meant to guide us back to Him and foster spiritual growth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/compassion_in_suffering.htm">Compassion in Suffering</a></b><br>Even in times of hardship, we can trust in God’s compassion and mercy. He is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_amidst_despair.htm">Hope Amidst Despair</a></b><br>Lamentations teaches us that even in the darkest times, we can find hope in God’s character and promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_purpose_of_trials.htm">The Purpose of Trials</a></b><br>Trials and afflictions can refine our faith, develop perseverance, and deepen our reliance on God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_lamentations_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Lamentations 3</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'house_of_jacob'_mean.htm">Does God love those in hell?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/names_and_meanings_of_israel's_tribes.htm">What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_god_love_those_in_hell.htm">Does God love those in hell?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_lam_3_31-33_with_ot_judgments.htm">How do we reconcile Lamentations 3:31-33, where God claims not to afflict willingly, with the harsh judgments described throughout the Old Testament?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/lamentations/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(33) <span class= "bld">Not . . .</span> <span class= "bld">willingly.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">not from the heart, </span>as being the centre of volition as well as emotion<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/lamentations/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 33.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Willingly</span>; literally, <span class="accented">from his heart.</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/lamentations/3-33.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">For</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He does not</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֤א</span> <span class="translit">(lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">willingly</span><br /><span class="heb">מִלִּבּ֔וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(mil·lib·bōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">afflict</span><br /><span class="heb">עִנָּה֙</span> <span class="translit">(‘in·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6031.htm">Strong's 6031: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be bowed down or afflicted</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or grieve</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּגֶּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(way·yag·geh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3013.htm">Strong's 3013: </a> </span><span class="str2">To grieve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of men.</span><br /><span class="heb">אִֽישׁ׃‪‬‪‬</span> <span class="translit">(’îš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/lamentations/3-33.htm">Lamentations 3:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/lamentations/3-33.htm">OT Prophets: Lamentations 3:33 For he does not afflict willingly (Lam. 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