Remember, O LORD, what has happened to us; look, and see our disgrace—the fifth and final chapter begins with a direct appeal to God's memory and sight. The petition to remember suggests that God's attention has been withdrawn; the people call God back to notice them. Theologically, the fifth chapter returns to corporate prayer; it is the community, not an individual, speaking. The appeal to look and see echoes earlier petitions and suggests that witness and acknowledgment by God is the first step toward restoration. The phrase "our disgrace" refers to the shame and humiliation that has befallen the community. The opening verse establishes the tone: petition for God's renewed attention to the people's suffering.

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