Jeremiah 51:26
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
On ne pourra tirer de toi ni pierres angulaires ni pierres de fondation, car tu seras un désert pour toujours, déclare l'Eternel.
What Does This Mean?
This verse says that nothing from Babylon will be used for building anything new because it will be completely destroyed and left desolate forever, according to the Lord. The Lord is speaking and emphasizing the total destruction of Babylon.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big old house that's falling apart, and no one wants to use any of its bricks to build a new house. That's what's happening to Babylon. God says it will be so broken that nothing from it can be used again, and it will stay broken forever.
Historical Background
The book of Jeremiah was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-585 BCE. This particular verse is part of Jeremiah's prophecies about the destruction of Babylon, which was a powerful empire that had previously conquered Jerusalem. The audience was both the Israelites in exile and the Babylonians themselves.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can be applied to situations where a company or organization has fallen so far that it cannot be salvaged. Instead of trying to rebuild using the old structure, it might be better to start completely fresh.
Topics
judgmentdestructionprophecydesolationempirespunishment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Babylon mentioned in this verse?
Babylon is mentioned because it was a powerful empire that had previously conquered Jerusalem. The Lord is prophesying its downfall to show that even powerful nations can be destroyed by divine judgment.
What does it mean to be desolate forever?
Being desolate forever means that the place will be left completely uninhabited and unused, with no hope of restoration or rebuilding, emphasizing the finality of its destruction.
How can this verse be applied in today's context?
This verse can be applied to situations where a system or organization is so corrupt or destroyed that it cannot be salvaged and must be completely rebuilt from scratch.
What other verses discuss the destruction of Babylon?
Other verses that discuss the destruction of Babylon include Isaiah 13:19, Jeremiah 50:13, and Daniel 2:35, which all emphasize the complete and irreversible downfall of Babylon.