Jeremiah 50:36

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

বৰ বৰ কথা কওঁতাবোৰৰ ওপৰত তৰোৱাল আছে আৰু সিহঁত হতবুদ্ধি হ’ব; তাৰ বীৰ বিলাকৰ ওপৰত তৰোৱাল আছে আৰু সিবিলাক ব্যাকুল হ’ব।

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Jeremiah says that a sword will come upon those who lie, causing them to become confused. It also says that a sword will come upon the strong and powerful people, causing them to be afraid. The speaker is Jeremiah, a prophet warning about God's judgment.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where someone says they'll help you, but they actually trick you. This verse is like a warning to those people: 'You'll face consequences for your lies.' It also warns the strong players that they might get scared too.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this in the 6th century BCE. The text is part of his prophecy against Babylon, warning them of God's impending judgment for their wickedness and lies.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this could apply to a situation where a company lies about its products, and then faces legal action and loses its strong leaders due to the fallout, causing fear and confusion within the organization.

Topics

• justice
• truth
• judgment
• power
• deception
• fear

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 21:10
• Proverbs 26:28
• Zechariah 13:3
• Matthew 24:5
• Luke 21:8

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the speaker in Jeremiah 50:36?

The speaker is Jeremiah, a prophet who is delivering God's message of judgment on Babylon.

What does the 'sword' symbolize in this verse?

The 'sword' symbolizes divine judgment and punishment, indicating that God will act against those who lie and the powerful who deceive others.

Can you explain the term 'dote' in this verse?

'Dote' in this context means to be confused or bewildered, suggesting that those who lie will become disoriented when confronted with judgment.

How does this verse apply to current societal issues?

This verse can be applied to situations where leaders or organizations deceive the public, leading to a loss of trust and potential legal or moral consequences.