Jeremiah 19:7

Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))

وأنقُضُ مَشورَةَ يَهوذا وأورُشَليمَ في هذا المَوْضِعِ، وأجعَلُهُمْ يَسقُطونَ بالسَّيفِ أمامَ أعدائهِمْ وبيَدِ طالِبي نُفوسِهِمْ، وأجعَلُ جُثَثَهُمْ أُكلًا لطُيورِ السماءِ ولِوُحوشِ الأرضِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking and says He will make the plans of Judah and Jerusalem useless. He will let their enemies defeat them and their bodies will be food for birds and animals. This shows God's judgment on their disobedience.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends made a plan to build a big sandcastle, but a big wave comes and destroys it. God is like that big wave. He says He will come and make the plans of the people in Judah and Jerusalem useless and let their enemies hurt them. It's like saying He will take away all their sandcastles.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this verse around 600 BC. He was warning the people of Judah and Jerusalem that if they continued to disobey God, they would face severe consequences. This was a time when the Babylonians were a powerful threat to the region.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can remind us of the importance of making wise choices and not relying on our own plans without considering God's will. For example, if someone decides to start a business without considering the ethical implications and ends up in trouble, they might face severe consequences.

Topics

• judgment
• consequences
• disobedience
• prophets
• God's will
• wisdom

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 25:9
• Lamentations 2:19
• Ezekiel 5:17
• Amos 4:10
• Matthew 24:28

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when God says He will make the plans of Judah and Jerusalem useless?

It means that God will intervene and ensure that the plans made by the people of Judah and Jerusalem will not succeed, showing that He has the ultimate control over outcomes.

Why does God allow the bodies of the people to become food for birds and animals?

This is a severe punishment meant to show God's judgment and to warn others of the consequences of disobeying His commands.

Is there a way to avoid the judgment mentioned in this verse?

Yes, the Bible teaches that turning to God and following His commands can prevent such judgment, as seen in passages like Jeremiah 29:11.

How does this verse relate to the broader theme of judgment in the Bible?

This verse is part of a larger theme in the Old Testament where God warns His people of the consequences of disobedience, but also offers hope of restoration if they repent.