Luister wat die mense wat uit Babel ontsnap het, te sê het. Hulle vertel in Jerusalem hoe die Here ons God wraak geneem het op die mense wat sy tempel vernietig het.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes people escaping from Babylon to report the Lord's vengeance against Babylon to the people in Zion. It highlights God's justice and His protection of His temple.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game, and one team cheats. The good team tells everyone about the cheating and how the game is going to be fair again. That's like what's happening here, but with a big, important story about God's justice.
Historical Background
Jeremiah wrote this verse during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The Babylonians had conquered Jerusalem and taken many Israelites captive. This prophecy speaks to the Israelites' hope for deliverance and justice.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can apply this to situations where we witness injustice and share our experiences to inspire change and justice. Like when someone sees bullying and tells a teacher to ensure fairness.