Jeremiah 50
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 50 of 52
Chapter Summary
The judgment of Babylon. The redemption of Israel.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
Speaks judgment on Babylon and declares Himself the strong Redeemer of Israel and Judah (v.34)
The prophet by whom the word against Babylon was spoken (v.1)
King of Babylon who devoured Israel and broke his bones; now called to account (vv.17-18)
Chief Babylonian god put to shame at Babylon's capture (v.2)
Babylonian god broken in pieces when Babylon falls (v.2)
Timeline
Jeremiah prophesies that Babylon will be captured by a northern nation. Its gods Bel and Merodach are put to shame and broken into pieces.
Jeremiah 50:1-3Upon Babylon's fall, the sons of Israel and Judah will weep together, seeking Jehovah and joining themselves to Him in a forgotten, everlasting covenant.
Jeremiah 50:4-8Jehovah stirs up a company of great nations from the north to attack and plunder Chaldea, making the mother of Babylon deeply ashamed and a dry wilderness.
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