Jeremiah 49:21

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

سَتَرْتَجِفُ الأرْضُ مِنْ صَوْتِ سُقُوطِهِمْ. وَسَيُسمَعُ صَوْتُ صُرَاخِهِمْ حَتَّى فِي البَحْرِ الأحْمَرِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a loud noise and a great fall that shakes the earth and can even be heard at the Red Sea. Jeremiah is speaking, prophesying about the downfall of the Ammonites, emphasizing the severity and loudness of their defeat.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big building falling down with a huge crash. This verse is like that, but even louder, and the noise is so big that it's heard all the way to the Red Sea, like if you dropped a giant drum in your backyard and it was heard in the next town over.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet of Judah, wrote this around 600 BCE, predicting the downfall of several nations including Ammon. This prophecy was intended to warn and remind the people of Judah of God's power and judgment.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us of the impact of our choices. Just as the Ammonites' fall was significant enough to be felt and heard far away, our actions today can have wide-reaching effects, both positive and negative.

Topics

• judgment
• prophesy
• fall of nations
• God's power
• warning
• consequences

Related Verses

• Isaiah 13:7
• Jeremiah 25:15-38
• Ezekiel 32:7-10
• Matthew 24:7
• Luke 21:25-26

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main message of Jeremiah 49:21?

The main message is about the loud and significant fall of the Ammonites, symbolizing God's judgment and the impact of their downfall.

How does this verse apply to our lives today?

It reminds us of the consequences of actions and how our decisions can have wide-ranging effects, just like the loud noise of the Ammonites' fall was heard far away.

Why is the Red Sea mentioned in this verse?

The Red Sea is mentioned to emphasize the extent of the noise and the impact of the fall, indicating that even distant places would hear about it.

What was the historical context of this prophecy?

Jeremiah prophesied this around 600 BCE, warning of God's judgment on various nations, including Ammon, as part of broader prophecies about divine judgment and consequences.