Jeremiah 29:17

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

سأُرسِلُ علَيهِم السَّيفَ والجُوعَ والوباءَ وأجعَلُهُم كتينٍ رَديءٍ لا يُؤكَلُ لِرداءَتِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

God is speaking through Jeremiah, warning that He will send hardships like war, hunger, and disease on those who have disobeyed Him. He compares these people to bad figs, saying they are so bad that they are not even good to eat.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a basket of figs, but some are so rotten they can't even be eaten. God is saying that the people who disobey Him are like those bad figs, and He will make their life very hard as a result.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 587 BCE. He was speaking to the people of Judah who were being punished for their disobedience and idol worship. The context is one of divine retribution and warning.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse reminds us that our actions have consequences. For example, if someone chooses to lie and cheat in business, they may face severe repercussions like losing their job or reputation, much like the punishments faced by the disobedient people in the verse.

Topics

• punishment
• disobedience
• consequences
• judgment
• divine retribution
• warning

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 5:17
• Leviticus 26:25
• Deuteronomy 28:21
• 2 Chronicles 36:16
• Matthew 24:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God use the image of figs in this verse?

God uses the image of figs to illustrate how the disobedient people are worthless and undesirable, much like figs that are so bad they cannot even be consumed.

What are the specific punishments mentioned in Jeremiah 29:17?

The specific punishments mentioned are the sword (war), famine (hunger), and pestilence (disease).

How does this relate to the concept of divine judgment?

This verse is a clear example of divine judgment, where God acts to punish those who disobey His commands, showing that there are consequences for our actions.

Is there any hope for those described as 'vile figs'?

While the verse focuses on punishment, the broader message of the Bible includes hope for repentance and forgiveness, even for those who have strayed far from God.