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We have transgressed and have rebelled; you have not pardoned.
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The Foundation of Repentance
Commentators like John Calvin emphasize that this verse models true repentance. It's not about making excuses but about a full and sincere confession. The people acknowledge they have not just sinned ('transgressed') but have actively fought against God ('rebelled'). This acceptance of guilt is the necessary first step toward reconciliation.
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Lamentations
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The prophet urges men to search out their faults and amend them (Lamentations 3:40).
And turn again to the Lord—…
19th Century
Anglican
We have transgressed ... — The verses that follow (Lamentations 3:42–47) give the prayer which answers to the call of Lamentat…
16th Century
Protestant
The faithful do not here reason earnestly with God, but on the contrary, acknowledge that God’s severity was just. They attribute the fact that God…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
We have transgressed, and have rebelled Here begins the prayer, the sense of which is directed to, though the words …
The more the prophet looked on the desolations, the more he was grieved. Here is one word of comfort. While they continued weeping, they continued …
13th Century
Catholic
Now, having gained confidence, he begins to implore divine mercy. In this regard, he does two things.
First, he presents the preparation for…
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