Jeremiah 51:11

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

তোমালোকে কাঁড়বোৰ ধাৰ দিয়া, ঢাল শকতকৈ ধৰা; যিহোৱাই মাদিয়া ৰজাবিলাকৰ মন উচটাইছে, কিয়নো বাবিলক নষ্ট কৰিবৰ নিমিত্তে তেওঁৰ কল্পনা তাৰ বিৰুদ্ধী; কাৰণ এয়ে যিহোৱাই সধা প্ৰতিকাৰ।

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells the people to prepare for battle against Babylon. The Lord is using the kings of the Medes to fulfill his plan to destroy Babylon because of the injustice done to his temple. It's a call to action under divine guidance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends are getting ready to play a big game against another team. Your coach is telling you to shine your shoes and gather your gear because you're going to play really well today. In this verse, God is the coach, and he's telling the Medes to get ready because they're going to help win a big game against Babylon.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this verse around 600 BC. He was speaking to the people of Judah, warning them of Babylon's fall as part of God's judgment for their sins and the destruction of his temple. This was a time of significant political tension and upheaval in the region.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can be seen as a reminder that we should be prepared to stand up against injustice and work towards justice under divine guidance. For example, a community might rally together to address a harmful local policy, guided by a sense of moral responsibility.

Topics

• judgment
• justice
• divine intervention
• preparation
• victory
• retribution

Related Verses

• Isaiah 13:17
• Daniel 5:1-31
• Jeremiah 25:12
• Jeremiah 27:6
• Ezekiel 21:28

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'make bright the arrows' mean?

This phrase suggests preparing weapons for battle. By 'making bright,' it implies sharpening or polishing the arrows to be ready for use in an upcoming conflict.

How is the Lord using the kings of the Medes?

The Lord is using the kings of the Medes to execute his plan of judgment against Babylon. It is a divine strategy to destroy Babylon as part of a larger plan of retribution.

Why is vengeance important in this context?

Vengeance in this context is about justice and restoring balance for the wrongs committed against God and his people. It's a divine response to the destruction of the temple and other injustices.

How should we apply this verse to our lives?

We can apply this verse by being prepared to stand up against injustice and fight for what is right, guided by moral and divine principles, much like the Medes were prepared for the battle against Babylon.