Jeremiah 48:24
Jeremiah 48:24 in Multiple Translations
upon Kerioth, Bozrah, and all the towns of Moab, those far and near.
And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.
and upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.
And on Kerioth, and on Bozrah, and on all the towns of the land of Moab, far and near.
on Kerioth, Bozrah, and on all the towns of Moab, whether far away or nearby.
And vpon Kerioth, and vpon Bozrah, and vpon all the cities of ye land of Moab farre or neere.
And on Kerioth, and on Bozrah, And on all cities of the land of Moab, The far off and the near.
on Kerioth, on Bozrah, and on all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.
And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.
And upon Carioth, and upon Bosra: and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.
Kerioth and Bozrah, cities that are near each other and towns that are far away from each other.
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Jeremiah 48:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַל
קְרִיּ֖וֹת
וְ/עַל
בָּצְרָ֑ה
וְ/עַ֗ל
כָּל
עָרֵי֙
אֶ֣רֶץ
מוֹאָ֔ב
הָ/רְחֹק֖וֹת
וְ/הַ/קְּרֹבֽוֹת
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
קְרִיּ֖וֹת
Qᵉrîyôwth
H7152
Kerioth
N-proper
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
בָּצְרָ֑ה
Botsrâh
H1224
Bozrah
N-proper
וְ/עַ֗ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
עָרֵי֙
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fp
אֶ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs
מוֹאָ֔ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
Moab
N-proper
הָ/רְחֹק֖וֹת
râchôwq
H7350
distant
Art | Adj
וְ/הַ/קְּרֹבֽוֹת
qârôwb
H7138
near
Conj | Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 48:24
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
קְרִיּ֖וֹת
Qᵉrîyôwth
H7152
"Kerioth"
N-proper
Kerioth means cities, referring to a city in Moab, also known as Kiriathaim, mentioned in the Bible as a place in Palestine. It appears in the book of Jeremiah. The city had another name, Qir.ya.ta.yim.
Definition: Kerioth = "cities" a city in Moab Another name of qir.ya.ta.yim (קִרְיָתַ֫יִם "Kiriathaim" H7156G)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Kerioth, Kirioth. See also: Joshua 15:25; Jeremiah 48:41; Jeremiah 48:24.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
בָּצְרָ֑ה
Botsrâh
H1224
"Bozrah"
N-proper
Bozrah was a town in Edom, also known as a sheepfold or fortress. It is mentioned in the Bible as a significant place in the region of Moab.
Definition: Bozrah = "sheepfold" or "fortress" a town in Moab Another name of be.tser (בֶּ֫צֶר "Bezer" H1221G)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Bozrah. See also: Genesis 36:33; Jeremiah 48:24; Isaiah 34:6.
וְ/עַ֗ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עָרֵי֙
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
אֶ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
מוֹאָ֔ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
"Moab"
N-proper
Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.
Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot
Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.
הָ/רְחֹק֖וֹת
râchôwq
H7350
"distant"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone is far away, either physically or in time. It is often used to describe distant lands or events that happened long ago. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: adj 1) remote, far, distant, distant lands, distant ones 1a) of distance, time n m 2) distance 2a) from a distance (with prep) Aramaic equivalent: ra.chiq (רְחִיק "far" H7352)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: (a-) far (abroad, off), long ago, of old, space, great while to come. See also: Genesis 22:4; Psalms 65:6; Psalms 10:1.
וְ/הַ/קְּרֹבֽוֹת
qârôwb
H7138
"near"
Conj | Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means near, describing something close in place, time, or relationship. It is used in the book of Genesis to describe family relationships. The word is used to describe a close connection.
Definition: 1) near 1a) of place 1b) of time 1c) of personal relationship 1c1) kinship
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: allied, approach, at hand, [phrase] any of kin, kinsfold(-sman), (that is) near (of kin), neighbour, (that is) next, (them that come) nigh (at hand), more ready, short(-ly). See also: Genesis 19:20; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 15:3.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 48:24
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- Jeremiah 48:24 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 48:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 48:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 48:24
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 48:24
Context — Judgment on Moab
22upon Dibon, Nebo, and Beth-diblathaim,
23upon Kiriathaim, Beth-gamul, and Beth-meon,
24upon Kerioth, Bozrah, and all the towns of Moab, those far and near.
25The horn of Moab has been cut off, and his arm is broken,” declares the LORD. 26“Make him drunk, because he has magnified himself against the LORD; so Moab will wallow in his own vomit, and he will also become a laughingstock.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amos 2:2 | So I will send fire against Moab to consume the citadels of Kerioth. Moab will die in tumult, amid war cries and the sound of the ram’s horn. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 48:41 | Kirioth has been taken, and the strongholds seized. In that day the heart of Moab’s warriors will be like the heart of a woman in labor. |
| 3 | Joshua 21:36 | From the tribe of Reuben they were given Bezer, Jahaz, |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 4:43 | Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites, or Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites. |
| 5 | Zephaniah 2:8–10 | “I have heard the reproach of Moab and the insults of the Ammonites, who have taunted My people and threatened their borders. Therefore, as surely as I live,” declares the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, “surely Moab will be like Sodom and the Ammonites like Gomorrah— a place of weeds and salt pits, a perpetual wasteland. The remnant of My people will plunder them; the remainder of My nation will dispossess them.” This they shall have in return for their pride, for taunting and mocking the people of the LORD of Hosts. |
Jeremiah 48:24 Summary
This verse, Jeremiah 48:24, is talking about God's judgment on the towns of Moab, including Kerioth and Bozrah. It means that God is in control of all the towns, whether they are close or far away, and He will bring judgment on them for their sins, as seen in Jeremiah 48:25. This reminds us that God is sovereign over all nations, and we can trust in His power and wisdom, just like it says in Psalm 103:19. We can also see a similar concept in Jeremiah 32:17, where God says He is the one who made the heavens and the earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Kerioth and Bozrah in Jeremiah 48:24?
Kerioth and Bozrah were important towns in the region of Moab, and their inclusion in this verse emphasizes the widespread judgment that God is bringing upon the entire region, as seen in Jeremiah 48:24 and also in Ezekiel 25:11.
Why does the verse mention towns 'far and near'?
The phrase 'far and near' is likely used to emphasize that God's judgment will reach all parts of Moab, regardless of their location or distance from the main cities, much like His promise to bless all nations in Genesis 12:3.
Is this verse related to the concept of God's sovereignty over all nations?
Yes, Jeremiah 48:24 is part of a larger theme in the Bible that highlights God's sovereignty over all nations, including Moab, as seen in Daniel 4:17 and Psalm 103:19.
How does this verse fit into the broader context of Jeremiah 48?
Jeremiah 48:24 is part of a series of prophecies against Moab, emphasizing God's judgment on the nation for its sins, as seen in the surrounding verses, Jeremiah 48:22-26, and also in Isaiah 16:6-14.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's character and His relationship with the nations?
- How can I apply the concept of God's sovereignty over all nations to my own life and circumstances?
- What does the inclusion of 'all the towns of Moab' suggest about the extent of God's judgment and mercy?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when faced with uncertainty or chaos, as seen in Jeremiah 48:24 and Psalm 46:1-3?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 48:24
And upon Kerioth,.... Which once belonged to the tribe of Judah, Joshua 15:25; from this place Judas Iscariot is by some thought to have his name; as if it was "Ish Kerioth", "a man of Kerioth".
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 48:24
And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near. Kerioth - (Joshua 15:25; Amos 2:2). Bozrah - see note, Isaiah 34:6.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
God threateneth vengeance to come upon all Moab, which had great plains, 33:48. For the names of these cities, and those mentioned , some of them we read of in other places of holy writ; others we read not of, neither is it material for us to know their situation; they are not at this day to be known by their old names: they are all here mentioned as cities at this time belonging to the Moabites, to whom this vengeance is threatened, and not to them only, but to all other cities of the land of Moab wherever situate.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
Jeremiah 48:24 And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.Ver. 24. And upon Bazrah.] Called also Bezer.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:24
(24) Kerioth.—The name, plural in form (= cities), has been identified by Mr. Porter (Five Years, &c, ii. 191-198) with Kureiyeh, a ruined town lying not far from Buzrah, identified with the Bozrah that is coupled with it here, in the Haûran. These are, however, some sixty miles north of Heshbon, and this has been thought adverse to the identification. On the other hand, the expression “far and near” indicates that Jeremiah takes in the more distant cities to which the power of Moab may have extended. From the mention of “the palaces of Kirioth” in Amos 2:2, it appears to have been a place of importance. Mr. Grove (art. Kerioth in Smith’s Dict. Bible) suggests its possible identity with Kureiyat, not far from Dibon and Beth-meon. Bozrah.—The name (= fortification) is familiar as belonging to the more famous city of Edom (Jeremiah 49:13).
The Moabite town, identified as above with the Buzrah of the Haûran, appears in 1Ma 5:26 as Bosora, one of the towns of Galaad or Gilead, and in Roman history as Bostra, the birthplace of the Emperor Philip, known as the Arabian.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 48:24
24. Kerioth] This may be another name for Ar of Moab (Numbers 21:28). See on Amos 2:2, C.B. Both nouns have city for their primary sense. Bozrah] probably the Bezer of Deu 4:43; Joshua 20:8; Joshua 21:36. The B. of Jeremiah 49:13 was in Edom.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 48:24
Kerioth - A synonym of Ar, the old capital of Moab. It appears to have been a considerable place, and has been identified with El-Korriat, situated on the long ridge of Mount Attarus.