Jeremiah 48:16

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

La ruine de Moab va bientôt arriver, son malheur va survenir très rapidement.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse tells us that a great trouble is coming to Moab very soon. Jeremiah, the prophet, is speaking and warns that Moab's troubles will come quickly, like a speeding car.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you have a friend who is going to get a surprise, but it's not a happy surprise. This verse is like your friend's mom telling you that the surprise is coming very, very fast, like when you blink your eyes.

Contexte historique

Jeremiah, a prophet of God, wrote this verse around 600 BC. He was warning the people of Moab about the coming troubles, likely related to the Babylonian conquest of the region.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In modern life, this verse can remind us that troubles can come unexpectedly and quickly. Just like Moab, we should be prepared and turn to God for strength and wisdom when difficulties arise.

Thèmes

• judgment
• preparation
• trouble
• warning
• prophesy
• Babylon

Versets liés

• Isaiah 15:1
• Ezekiel 25:8
• Amos 2:1
• Matthew 24:44
• 1 Peter 4:7

Questions fréquentes

Who is Moab in the Bible?

Moab was a nation located east of the Dead Sea, often at odds with Israel and Judah.

What kind of calamity is Jeremiah predicting?

Jeremiah is likely predicting military conquest and the destruction of Moab by the Babylonians.

How can we apply this verse to our lives?

We can apply this verse by being prepared for unexpected challenges and turning to God for guidance and strength.

What does it mean when it says 'his affliction hasteth fast'?

This means that the troubles coming to Moab will happen very quickly, emphasizing the urgency of the warning.