Jeremiah 49:20

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

لِذَلِكَ اسْمَعُوا قَضَاءَ اللهِ عَلَى أدُومَ، وَالأحكَامَ الَّتِي قَرَّرَهَا ضِدَّ سُكَّانِ تَيمَانَ. سَيُسْحَبُ الصِّغَارُ كَالغَنَمِ، وَلَنْ يَبْقَى أحَدٌ فِي المَرَاعِي بِسَبِبِ ذَلِكَ.

What Does This Mean?

The verse talks about God's plans for punishing Edom and its people. God says that even the weakest can cause trouble for Edom, leading to the destruction of their homes. It's a message from God through the prophet Jeremiah.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a group of friends playing in a sandbox. One of your friends, who usually doesn’t play much, decides to knock over the big sandcastle. Even though they're small, they can still cause big trouble. This verse is like that, but about how God will use anyone, even the weakest, to cause trouble for a group called Edom.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-580 BCE. The book addresses the kingdom of Judah and its neighbors, including Edom, a neighboring kingdom often at odds with Israel and Judah. The message is aimed at warning Edom of coming judgment.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse can remind us that power dynamics can shift unexpectedly. Someone who seems insignificant can have a significant impact, just as the least of the flock can cause great trouble for Edom. This can apply to situations where a small action by an underdog can change the course of events.

Topics

• judgment
• power
• weakness
• prophecy
• retribution
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Isaiah 34:5-6
• Amos 1:11-12
• Ezekiel 25:12-14
• Psalms 60:8
• Obadiah 1:1-21

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Edom in the Bible?

Edom was an ancient kingdom located south of the Dead Sea, often in conflict with Israel and Judah. In this verse, Edom is facing God’s judgment.

What does 'the least of the flock' mean in this verse?

'The least of the flock' refers to someone who is considered weak or insignificant, but who can still bring about significant consequences as per God's plan.

How does this verse relate to the concept of divine judgment?

This verse illustrates divine judgment, where God uses any means necessary, even the weak, to fulfill His plans for punishment and justice.

Why is Teman mentioned in this verse?

Teman was a city in Edom and is mentioned here to emphasize the extent of God’s judgment, which will affect not just Edom as a whole, but even its individual cities.