Loss and pain
Losing a child
The deep pain of losing a child, at any stage of life.
What the Bible can tell you
The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.
Psalms 34:18
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
The LORD says: "A voice is heard in Ramah, lamentation and bitter weeping, Rachel weeping for her children. She refuses to be comforted for her children, because they are no more."
Jeremiah 31:15
A human reading
Few losses hurt this much. The text acknowledges weeping and promises comfort. That pain has no fixed timeline; seek people who understand, and if the weight is enormous, a grief professional.
This page offers reflection and companionship; it does not replace a professional. If what you feel weighs heavily or lasts for weeks, talk with someone you trust or with a health professional.