Jeremiah 51:9

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

حَاوَلْنَا أنْ نَشفِيَ بَابِلَ، وَلَكِنَّهَا لَمْ تُشفَ. اترُكُوهَا، وَلْيَذْهَبْ كُلُّ وَاحِدٍ مِنَّا إلَى أرْضِهِ. لِأنَّ دَينُونَتَهَا قَدْ بَلَغَتِ السَّمَاءَ، وَارتَفَعَتْ كَارتِفَاعِ السَّحَابِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Jeremiah tells us that people tried to fix the problems in Babylon, but it didn't work. They decided it was best to leave Babylon because its problems were too big and could even be seen in the sky. The speaker is likely a prophet or someone who understands the severity of Babylon's condition.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a toy that's broken, and you try to fix it but it doesn't get better. Then, you decide to leave the toy behind because it's too broken to fix. That's what this verse is saying about a place called Babylon. It's broken, and people can't fix it.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 587 BCE. He was warning the people about the fall of Babylon, a powerful city known for its wealth and power. The Babylonians were arrogant and disobedient to God, leading to their downfall.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that are beyond our control or help. This verse suggests that sometimes it's better to leave these situations behind rather than trying to fix them when they are too deeply broken, like when a relationship or job is toxic.

Topics

• prophesy
• judgment
• Babylon
• surrender
• hope
• brokenness

Related Verses

• Isaiah 13:19
• Ezekiel 26:20
• Daniel 5:30
• Matthew 23:37
• Revelation 18:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Babylon not healed?

The verse suggests that Babylon's problems were too deep-rooted and extensive to be fixed, symbolizing a state of moral and spiritual corruption that was beyond remedy.

What does 'judgment reacheth unto heaven' mean?

This phrase emphasizes the severity of Babylon's sins, indicating that their actions were so egregious that they could be seen and judged by God from heaven.

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 51:9?

The speaker is likely Jeremiah or a prophet, warning the people about the impending judgment and downfall of Babylon.

What can we learn from this verse in our daily lives?

We can learn that sometimes, it's necessary to recognize when a situation is beyond repair and to take steps to remove ourselves from harmful environments to preserve our well-being.