Stan West, after acknowledging practical wisdom among the Native American elders, focuses upon the book of Lamentations, a passionate expression of deep grief, reflecting practical wisdom. Arranged in an acrostic pattern, the poem pictures Jerusalem as a grieving deserted widow, suffering waves of destruction from its enemies because of rejecting God. Jeremiah was able to make this grim appraisal, writing from the post exilic era, having experienced personally these horrendous events. Because prophecy is dual, these descriptions could well prophecy the future of the modern descendants of Jacob. While there are times to lament, we can use the bad times as reminders to reestablish connections with God, bringing us hope. The Lord is good to those for those who hope in Him.

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