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Berean Standard Bible

“For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the sons of men.”

Lamentations 3:33

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In the same passage, the writer goes on to say something about God's heart. He is explaining why the LORD will not reject forever.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the sons of men.

World English Bible (WEB)

For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men.

King James Version (KJV)

For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For he doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For he has no pleasure in troubling and causing grief to the children of men.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Porque no aflige ni congoja de su corazón á los hijos de los hombres.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

¡Nadie crea que al Señor le agrada afligir al ser humano ni causarle dolor!

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