Jeremiah 49:37

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

耶和华说：「我必使 以拦 人在仇敌和寻索其命的人面前惊惶；我也必使灾祸，就是我的烈怒临到他们，又必使刀剑追杀他们，直到将他们灭尽。

这是什么意思？

In this verse, God is speaking and says that He will make Elam, a nation, afraid of their enemies. God will bring bad things upon Elam because of His anger, and He will send war against them until they are destroyed.

儿童解释

Imagine you're playing a game, and there's a team that keeps cheating. God is like the referee in this game, and He's saying that He will make sure that team gets caught and loses the game because of their bad behavior.

历史背景

The Book of Jeremiah was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 626-586 BCE. Jeremiah warned of the coming destruction of Judah and its capital, Jerusalem. The message in this verse is directed at Elam, a region near the Persian Gulf, as part of God's broader message of judgment and warning.

今日应用

In modern life, this verse can remind us of the consequences of actions. Just as Elam faced consequences for their actions, we too may face the results of our choices, and it's important to make decisions that align with God's will.

主题

• judgment
• consequences
• anger
• enemies
• God's sovereignty
• destruction

相关经文

• Ezekiel 32:17-32
• Isaiah 17:12-14
• Ezekiel 35:1-15
• Jeremiah 25:15-29
• Romans 12:19

常见问题

Who is Elam in the Bible?

Elam was a region in ancient times, located east of Mesopotamia, and was known for its interactions with other biblical nations.

What does it mean when God says He will send the sword?

The sword here symbolizes war and conflict, indicating that God will allow or bring about military action against Elam.

How does this verse relate to God's sovereignty?

This verse shows God's authority over nations and His ability to bring about judgments and consequences, highlighting His sovereignty over all events.

Can this verse be applied to contemporary situations?

Yes, it can remind us of the importance of aligning with God's will and the potential consequences of actions that go against it.