Jeremiah 51:18

Dutch Statenvertaling (Importantia edition)

Ijdelheid zijn zij, een werk van verleidingen; ten tijde hunner bezoeking zullen zij vergaan.

Wat betekent dit?

This verse, from Jeremiah, says that false idols are worthless, created by mistakes. When the time comes for judgment, they will disappear. Jeremiah is warning about the emptiness of relying on false gods.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine you have a toy that you think can do magic tricks, but it can't really do anything. That's like false gods. Jeremiah is saying that these pretend gods are not real and won't last forever. They're like toys that break when no one is looking.

Historische achtergrond

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 600 BC. He was addressing the Babylonians and warning them that their idols were worthless and would be destroyed. This was during a time when many nations believed in various gods and idols.

Toepassing voor vandaag

Today, we might see this as a reminder to avoid putting our trust in things that can't truly help us, like money, fame, or other material things. Instead, we should focus on what truly matters.

Onderwerpen

• faith
• idolatry
• judgment
• false gods
• trust
• hope

Gerelateerde verzen

• Isaiah 44:9
• Psalm 115:4
• 1 Corinthians 8:4
• Isaiah 46:7
• Habakkuk 2:18

Veelgestelde vragen

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 51:18?

Jeremiah, the prophet, is speaking, warning about the worthlessness of false idols.

What is the main warning in this verse?

The main warning is about the emptiness and eventual destruction of false idols and the reliance on them.

How does this relate to modern life?

It reminds us to avoid placing our trust in things that can't truly help us, like material possessions, and to focus on what is truly valuable.

What are some cross-references for Jeremiah 51:18?

Some relevant cross-references include Isaiah 44:9, Psalm 115:4, 1 Corinthians 8:4, and Isaiah 46:7.