Jeremiah 51:36

Dutch Statenvertaling (Importantia edition)

Daarom, zo zegt de HEERE: Ziet, Ik zal uw twist twisten, en uw wraak wreken; en Ik zal haar zee droog maken, en haar springader opdrogen.

Wat betekent dit?

In Jeremiah 51:36, God is speaking and promises to defend and avenge the people He cares for. He says He will dry up the sea and springs of Babylon, symbolizing its destruction and fall.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine your favorite swimming pool drying up because someone drained all the water. That's what God is saying He will do to a place called Babylon to show His power and protect His people.

Historische achtergrond

Jeremiah 51:36 is part of the prophetic book written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 B.C. The audience was the Jewish people, and it was written during a time when Babylon was a powerful empire threatening the Israelites.

Toepassing voor vandaag

In a modern context, if you feel wronged or threatened, remember that God is a defender and can bring justice. For example, if a company is mistreating its employees, God promises to intervene and right the wrongs.

Onderwerpen

• justice
• vengeance
• protection
• destruction
• Babylon
• promises

Gerelateerde verzen

• Isaiah 13:19
• Jeremiah 50:38
• Jeremiah 50:28
• Revelation 18:21
• Exodus 23:26

Veelgestelde vragen

What does 'plead thy cause' mean in Jeremiah 51:36?

It means God will defend and fight for His people, taking their side in a dispute or conflict.

How can we apply the promise of vengeance from God in our lives?

Understanding God's justice can bring comfort when we face injustice, but we should focus on forgiveness and leaving vengeance to God.

What does the metaphor of drying up the sea symbolize?

It symbolizes the complete destruction or downfall of Babylon, showing God's power over nations and their fate.

What can we learn about God's protection from Jeremiah 51:36?

We learn that God is a defender and can intervene in situations where His people are threatened or wronged.