Jeremiah 15:14

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

وأصيرك عبدا لأعدائك في أرض لا تعرفها، لأن نارا قد اضطرمت في احتدام غضبي، سوف تحرقكم».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking to Jeremiah, warning him that he will be taken away with his enemies to a place he doesn't know. This is because God's anger is like a fire that will burn upon him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing in a park, and suddenly a big, angry bear shows up. God is saying that he will make Jeremiah go with some mean people to a place he's never seen before, because God is very angry and that anger is like a big fire.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the Book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-585 BCE. Jeremiah was a prophet who spoke to the people of Judah during a turbulent time when they were facing invasion and exile.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us that sometimes we face difficult situations because of our choices or the choices of others. It's a call to consider the consequences of our actions and to trust in God's guidance even in tough times.

Topics

• anger
• judgment
• exile
• consequences
• trust
• guidance

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:64
• Isaiah 42:25
• Jeremiah 32:29
• Lamentations 3:42
• Acts 14:22

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God use fire as a metaphor for anger in Jeremiah 15:14?

Fire is a powerful and destructive force, and God uses this metaphor to show the intensity of his anger and the serious consequences of disobedience.

Who is God speaking to in Jeremiah 15:14?

God is speaking directly to Jeremiah, warning him of the difficult times that are coming because of the people's disobedience.

What does it mean to 'pass with thine enemies into a land which thou knowest not'?

It means that Jeremiah will be forced to leave his home and go to a foreign land with his enemies, likely as part of a forced exile.

How can this verse be applied to modern situations?

This verse can remind us that our actions have consequences and that trusting in God's guidance is important, even when facing difficult circumstances.