Jeremiah 10:25
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
اسكُبْ غَضَبَكَ عَلَى الأُمَمِ الَّتِي لَا تَعْرِفُكَ، وَاسكُبْهُ عَلَى الشَّعْبِ الَّذِي لَا يُصَلِّي إلَيْكَ، لِأنَّ الأُمَمَ التَهَمَتْ يَعْقُوبَ، التَهَمُوهُ وَأفنَوْهُ، وَدَمَّرُوا أرْضَهُ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is a prayer asking God to punish nations that do not know or worship Him because they have harmed and destroyed the people of Israel. Jeremiah is speaking to God, asking for justice against those who have hurt his people.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy that someone breaks. You might feel sad and wish someone could fix it. Here, Jeremiah is asking God to fix the hurt done to his people, Israel, by those who don't know or care about God.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 627-585 B.C., during the time when the Babylonians were threatening the kingdom of Judah. The verse reflects the distress and anger felt by the Israelites towards their enemies, who had caused significant harm to their land and people.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, we might see this as a call for justice in response to bullying or harm done to others. However, it also serves as a reminder to pray for those who do not know God, rather than seeking revenge.
Topics
justiceprayerenemiespunishmentretributionforgiveness
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jeremiah ask for God's fury?
Jeremiah is asking for justice and protection for his people who have been harmed by those who do not know or worship God.
Who are the 'heathen' mentioned in the verse?
The 'heathen' refers to nations or people groups who do not recognize or worship God, and who have caused harm to the people of Israel.
How does this verse relate to forgiveness?
While the verse asks for God's fury, it also serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking justice rather than personal revenge, reflecting a broader theme of forgiveness.
What can we learn about prayer from this verse?
This verse shows how prayer can be a way to seek justice and protection for those who have been harmed, emphasizing the importance of praying for the wellbeing of others.