Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
KJV

Lamentations 4:5

They that did feed delicately are desolate in the streets: they that were brought up in scarlet embrace dunghills.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
He. They that feed on dainties are desolate in the streets: they that used to be nursed in scarlet have clothed themselves with dung.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
HE. They that feed on dainties are desolate in the streets: they that used to be nursed in scarlet have clothed themselves with dung.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
Those who ate delicacies are desolate in the streets. Those who were brought up in purple embrace dunghills.
World English Bible

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