Jeremiah 50:29

Afrikaans 1933/1953

Roep teen Babel skutters op, almal wat die boog span; slaan laer op rondom teen hom, laat daar geen ontkoming wees nie! Vergeld hom na sy werk, doen met hom net soos hy gedoen het, want hy was vermetel teen die HERE, teen die Heilige van Israel.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells the archers to attack Babylon and make sure no one escapes. It says to punish Babylon for its pride against God. The speaker is God, giving instructions to attack Babylon for its arrogance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who's been very mean and bragging a lot. Now, the grown-ups are saying it's time to teach this friend a lesson for being so bad. That's what's happening here, but with a big city called Babylon.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet in the Old Testament, wrote this verse during the Babylonian captivity. The message was directed towards the Israelites, warning them about God's judgment on Babylon, a powerful city that had been oppressing Israel.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us of the consequences of pride and arrogance. If someone is acting too proud and disrespectful, they may face consequences. It’s like if a student bullies others in school and then gets punished by the teachers.

Topics

• judgment
• pride
• punishment
• prophecy
• God's wrath
• Israel's enemies

Related Verses

• Isaiah 13:19
• Jeremiah 51:58
• Daniel 5:27
• Revelation 18:2
• Ezekiel 26:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 50:29?

The speaker is God, giving instructions to attack Babylon for its arrogance and pride.

Why is Babylon being punished?

Babylon is being punished because it has been proud and arrogant against the Lord and the Holy One of Israel.

What can we learn from this verse about pride?

We can learn that pride can lead to severe consequences. The verse serves as a reminder to be humble and not to act arrogantly against God or others.

How does this verse relate to other parts of the Bible?

This verse relates to other passages that warn of God’s judgment on nations that act against His people, such as Isaiah 13 and Revelation 18, which also speak about Babylon's downfall.