The joy of our heart is ceased; our dance is turned into mourning.
Dancing is set directly against mourning to mark a complete reversal of condition. Joy belonging to the heart has come to an end, leaving no inward gladness remaining. What was once festive movement and celebration has been turned into sorrow and lamentation.
Dancing is set directly against mourning to mark a complete reversal of condition. Joy belonging to the heart has come to an end, leaving no inward gladness remaining. What was once festive movement and celebration has been turned into sorrow and lamentation.