Bible (ASV) 25: Lamentations

The Book of Lamentations is a text from the Old Testament and Jewish Tanakh, traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah. Written in the aftermath of the destruction of Jerusalem, it expresses profound sorrow and mourning over the city's desolation. The book is read on Tisha B'Av, a Jewish fast day commemorating this tragedy. Its Hebrew title, 'Eikhah,' translates to 'How,' reflecting the lament's tone, while the Septuagint refers to it as 'Lamentations,' emphasizing its mournful character.