Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Derfor sier Herren dette: «Jeg skal føre Jerusalems sak og ta hevn. Jeg skal tørke ut Babels hav og la landets kilder bli tørre. Babel skal bli til en ruinhaug. Landet skal bli øde som en hule for sjakaler. Det skal ligge der til skrekk og advarsel, og ingen skal ville bo der. Først skal landets innbyggere brøle som unge løver – ja, de skal knurre som løveunger. De skal ose av begjær i sine lyster. De skal feste og bli fulle, men så skal de sovne inn i en evig søvn og ikke våkne mer», sier Herren.
What Does This Mean?
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.
Explained for Children
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.
Historical Background
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.
Living It Out Today
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.