Thomas Aquinas

Verse 2 laments the violation of friendship. So, first is indicated the need for friends. As expressed: "She weeps bitterly": as if continuously: Jerusalem. And, "in the night": privately, due to fear of enemies, or as one in adversity. Also: "tears on her cheeks": since there are none who would wipe them away. As Psalm 6:6 states: "every night I flood my bed with tears" Secondly, as to lack of aid: "among all her lovers she has none to comfort her". That is, offering any aid against her enemies. …

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