Jeremiah 48:15

Yoruba 2010

Ẹni tí yóo pa ilẹ̀ Moabu ati àwọn ìlú rẹ̀ run ti dé, àwọn àṣàyàn ọmọkunrin rẹ̀ sì ti lọ sí ibi tí wọn ó ti pa wọ́n. Èmi ọba, tí orúkọ mi ń jẹ́ OLUWA àwọn ọmọ ogun, ni ó sọ bẹ́ẹ̀.

What Does This Mean?

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.

Explained for Children

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.

Historical Background

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.

Living It Out Today

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.

Topics

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

Related Verses

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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.