Jeremiah 48:15

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Moab est dévasté, ses villes partent en fumée, l'élite de ses jeunes gens descend au massacre, déclare le roi, celui dont le nom est l'Eternel, le maître de l’univers.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse tells us that Moab, a nation, has been defeated and its young men killed. God, known as the LORD of hosts, is speaking and saying this will happen.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine a big playground where Moab was the king. But one day, the playground was broken, and Moab lost all its toys. God, who is very powerful, said this would happen to teach them a lesson.

Contexte historique

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 600 BC. The message was for the Israelites, warning them about the fate of Moab. At that time, Moab was a powerful neighboring nation to Israel.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Today, this verse reminds us that no matter how strong we think we are, there are consequences for our actions. For instance, a student who bullies others might eventually face the consequences of their actions.

Thèmes

• judgment
• consequences
• power
• warning
• divine intervention
• defeat

Versets liés

• Jeremiah 48:7
• Isaiah 15:1
• Ezekiel 25:8
• Zephaniah 2:8
• Romans 9:29

Questions fréquentes

Who wrote this verse?

The prophet Jeremiah wrote this verse around 600 BC.

What does it mean when it says 'gone up out of her cities'?

It means that the people of Moab have left their cities, likely because of war or defeat.

Why does God refer to Himself as the 'LORD of hosts'?

This title emphasizes God's power and authority over all the armies of heaven and earth.

How can we apply this verse in our lives today?

We can understand that there are consequences for our actions and that God is the ultimate judge over all situations.