Jeremiah 48:44

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Celui qui fuit devant la terreur tombe dans la fosse, Et celui qui remonte de la fosse se prend au filet; Car je fais venir sur lui, sur Moab, L'année de son châtiment, dit l'Eternel.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that those who run from danger will fall into another danger, and those who escape one danger will get caught in another. The Lord is speaking and says that He will bring judgment upon Moab.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing hide and seek, and you run away from one scary spot, but then you trip and fall into a hole. When you get out of the hole, you get caught by the seeker. That's what God is saying will happen to the people of Moab.

Historical Background

Jeremiah wrote this prophecy around 626-586 B.C. The audience was the people of Judah and the surrounding nations, including Moab. This was a time of political upheaval, with the Babylonian Empire rising and threatening the stability of the region.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse can apply to someone who tries to escape a difficult situation but ends up in another worse one. It reminds us that running from problems often leads to more problems, and sometimes, we need to face our fears head-on.

Topics

• judgment
• fear
• traps
• perseverance
• hope
• suffering

Related Verses

• Isaiah 24:17-18
• Ezekiel 14:3-4
• Hosea 5:1
• Matthew 22:7-8
• Romans 11:25

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'year of their visitation' mean?

It means the time when God comes to judge or inspect the actions of the people of Moab, a period of divine judgment.

Why is Moab mentioned specifically?

Moab was a neighboring nation to Israel and often in conflict with them, so this verse is part of a series of prophecies about the judgment of various nations.

How can we avoid the pitfalls described in this verse?

By trusting in God's guidance and facing challenges with faith, rather than fleeing from them, we can avoid falling into deeper problems.

What can we learn from this about God's justice?

This verse shows that God's justice is comprehensive and that He will bring judgment on all who act against His will, emphasizing the importance of living righteously.