Jeremiah 49:3
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
«وَلْوِلِي يَا حَشبُونُ، لِأنَّ عَايًا، قَدْ خَرِبَتْ. اصرُخنَ يَا بَنَاتِ رَبَّةَ. البَسْنَ الخَيْشَ، وَلْوِلْنَ وَطُفْنَ بَيْنَ حَظَائِرِ الغَنَمِ. اعمَلْنَ هَذَا لِأنَّ مُولَكَ سَيَذْهَبُ إلَى السَّبيِ مَعَ كَهَنَتِهِ وَرُؤَسَائِهِ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a call to mourn for the destruction of Ai and the captivity of the leaders of a city. The people of Heshbon and Rabbah are told to cry and lament, as their king and his leaders will be taken away.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your favorite playground was suddenly closed, and all the teachers and grown-ups who run it were taken away to another place. This verse is like that, but for a whole city. The people are so sad that they are crying and wearing special clothes to show how upset they are.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this verse around 600 BC during the time when the Babylonians were conquering many areas. This verse is part of his prophecy against the Ammonites, a group of people who lived east of the Jordan River.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can be applied to situations where communities face significant losses, such as the closure of a beloved local business or the displacement of a community due to natural disasters. It encourages us to acknowledge and mourn our losses.
Topics
displacementmourningprophecyjudgmentcaptivitylament
Related Verses
Ezekiel 21:20-22Jeremiah 48:1Amos 1:13-15Lamentations 2:11-12Matthew 2:16-18
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the people of Heshbon and Rabbah crying?
They are crying because their city is being destroyed and their leaders are being taken away into captivity, which is a very sad and scary event.
What does 'gird you with sackcloth' mean?
Sackcloth was a rough fabric used as a sign of mourning or penitence in ancient times. It's like wearing old, uncomfortable clothes to show how sad you are.
Who are the 'daughters of Rabbah'?
The 'daughters of Rabbah' refers to the women and young girls of the city, who are being called to mourn and lament for what has happened.
How does this verse connect to modern-day situations?
This verse can connect to modern situations where communities face significant losses, like the closure of important local businesses or displacement due to natural disasters, prompting people to acknowledge and mourn their losses.