Jeremiah 48:47

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«لَكِنِّي سَأُعِيدُ مَا أُخِذَ مِنْ مُوآبَ فِي الأيَّامِ الأخِيرَةِ.» يَقُولُ اللهُ. هَذِهِ نِهَايَةُ الحُكْمِ عَلَى مُوآبَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that God, through Jeremiah, promises to restore Moab in the future. God is speaking here, and the message is that He will bring back the people of Moab from captivity.

Explained for Children

Imagine you lost your favorite toy and couldn't find it for a long time. Then one day, you find out that someone will help you get your toy back. That's what God is promising to Moab in this verse. He will help them come back home after a long time away.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this around 600 BC during a time when many nations were being conquered and their people taken into captivity. The audience was the people of Judah and the surrounding nations, including Moab.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us that no matter how difficult our circumstances are, there is always hope for restoration and a better future. For example, someone who has lost their job can find encouragement that there is a possibility of finding a new and better opportunity.

Topics

• hope
• restoration
• promise
• divine intervention
• future
• hopelessness

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 25:14
• Amos 9:14
• Isaiah 11:12
• Romans 11:26
• Jeremiah 30:3

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 48:47?

God is speaking through the prophet Jeremiah, promising to restore Moab in the future.

What does 'captivity' mean in this context?

'Captivity' refers to the state of being held prisoner or in exile, in this case, the people of Moab who were taken away from their homeland.

Why is this promise significant?

This promise is significant because it shows God's commitment to restore and bring back those who are in difficult circumstances, offering hope for a better future.

How can this verse be applied to modern life?

This verse can be applied to modern life by offering hope and encouragement to those facing difficult circumstances, reminding them that there is always a possibility of restoration and a better future.