Jeremiah 6:9

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

«هكذا قالَ رَبُّ الجُنودِ: تعليلًا يُعَلِّلونَ، كجَفنَةٍ، بَقيَّةَ إسرائيلَ. رُدَّ يَدَكَ كقاطِفٍ إلَى السِّلالِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from the book of Jeremiah tells us that God is speaking and warns that Israel will be thoroughly searched and taken away, just like grapes are gathered from a vine. God is saying that nothing will be left behind.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a big grapevine full of grapes. When you pick all the grapes, you make sure to get every last one. That's what God is saying will happen to Israel. He's telling us that Israel will be searched completely, like picking every grape from the vine.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-585 BCE. Jeremiah was speaking to the people of Judah, warning them of God's impending judgment due to their sin and idolatry. This was during a time when Israel was divided and facing threats from the Babylonians.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can be applied to the idea of thoroughness and completeness in our actions and commitments. For example, if you are working on a project, it's important to ensure you cover every aspect as thoroughly as possible, leaving nothing undone.

Topics

• judgment
• warning
• thoroughness
• God's sovereignty
• Israel
• vine imagery

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 4:30
• Ezekiel 15:2-8
• Amos 8:2
• Matthew 24:38
• Luke 21:34

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God use the imagery of a vine in Jeremiah 6:9?

God uses the imagery of a vine because grapes are a familiar symbol in agriculture, and the thorough picking of grapes represents how nothing will be left behind in the judgment.

What does 'turn back thine hand as a grapegatherer into the baskets' mean?

This phrase means to gather grapes completely, ensuring nothing is left behind, symbolizing the thoroughness of God's judgment on Israel.

How does this verse relate to the overall message of Jeremiah?

This verse fits into Jeremiah's overall message of warning and judgment for Israel's sins, emphasizing the completeness of God's actions against a disobedient people.

Can this verse be applied to modern times?

Yes, it can be applied by emphasizing the importance of thoroughness and completeness in our actions and ensuring we do not leave anything undone, reflecting God's thorough work.