Jeremiah 22:14

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«يَا مَنْ تَقُولُ: ‹سَأبنِي لِنَفْسِي بَيْتًا ضَخمًا، وَغُرَفًا وَاسِعَةً فِي طَوَابِقَ مُرْتَفِعَةٍ. سَأفتَحُ نَوَافِذَ، وَسَأُغَشِّي البَيْتَ بِالأرْزِ، وَسَأطلِيهِ بِاللَّونِ القُرمُزِيِّ.›»

What Does This Mean?

This verse is about someone who is boasting about building a grand house with large rooms and fancy decorations. The speaker is Jeremiah, a prophet, and he uses this description to criticize the king for his pride and greed.

Explained for Children

Imagine a kid who has a big playhouse with lots of toys and fancy decorations. Jeremiah is talking about a king who built a huge house to show off how rich he is, but God doesn't like it because the king is being too proud and greedy.

Historical Background

Jeremiah wrote this around 600 B.C. in Jerusalem, addressing the kings of Judah. The cultural setting was one where kings often built grand structures to display their power and wealth, but this was frowned upon by God.

Living It Out Today

Today, imagine someone who spends all their money on a fancy car or house to impress others. This verse reminds us that God values humility and generosity over material display.

Topics

• pride
• greed
• judgment
• wealth
• humility
• God's disapproval

Related Verses

• Proverbs 11:2
• Luke 12:16-21
• James 1:9-11
• Habakkuk 2:9
• 1 Timothy 6:10

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the speaker in Jeremiah 22:14?

The speaker is Jeremiah, a prophet of God who is warning the kings of Judah about their pride and greed.

What does 'cieled with cedar' mean?

It means the house was decorated with cedar wood, which was very expensive and a symbol of wealth and luxury.

What is the main message of Jeremiah 22:14?

The main message is that God disapproves of people who boast about their wealth and use it to show off their status and power.

How can this verse be applied in modern life?

This verse can remind us to be humble and to use our resources wisely and generously, not just to impress others or display our wealth.