Jeremiah 22:20

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

اصعدي على لبنان واصرخي وفي باشان اطلقي صوتك واصرخي من عباريم لانه قد سحق كل محبيك.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Jeremiah, a prophet speaking for God. He tells the people to cry out from different places because their lovers, or allies, have been destroyed. The message is about the sorrow and loss due to the fall of allies.

Explained for Children

Imagine you lost all your best friends in a big game. Jeremiah tells the people to go to high places and shout really loud because they lost all their friends who used to help them.

Historical Background

Jeremiah wrote this around 626-586 BCE to the Kingdom of Judah. He was warning them about the consequences of their actions, predicting the fall of their allies and the consequences of their alliances with other nations.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, if a business loses all its major partners, it could suffer greatly. This verse reminds us to be cautious with our alliances and to be prepared for potential losses.

Topics

• alliance
• loss
• warning
• prophetic message
• divine judgment
• sorrow

Related Verses

• Isaiah 14:12
• Ezekiel 28:13
• Amos 6:1-6
• Matthew 8:11
• Luke 13:29

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 22:20?

The speaker is Jeremiah, a prophet, delivering a message from God to the people of Judah.

What does 'cry' mean in this verse?

'Cry' means to shout or lament loudly, expressing deep sorrow or distress over the destruction of their allies.

Why are they told to go to Lebanon and Bashan?

Lebanon and Bashan were significant places known for their height and visibility. Telling the people to go there emphasizes the need to express their sorrow publicly and widely.

How can this verse be applied to personal relationships?

This verse can remind us to be cautious about our relationships and to be prepared for the consequences of our choices, especially when we rely heavily on others for support.