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Naomi's Bitter Name Change
- Naomi renames herself Mara to express her bitterness and life's change after tragedy.
- She directly attributes her suffering to God's actions, reflecting ancient views on divine justice.
Naomi's View of Divine Judgment
- Naomi feels a chasm between herself and God, portraying Him as testifying against her.
- This lament lacks direct prayer but vividly expresses her sense of divine affliction.
Biblical Lament as Honest Dialogue
- Ancient laments include speaking directly to God, even with anger and accusations.
- The Psalms provide language to express feelings of God as an adversary.