Jeremiah 49:18
Jeremiah 49:18 in Multiple Translations
As Sodom and Gomorrah were overthrown along with their neighbors,” says the LORD, “no one will dwell there; no man will abide there.
As in the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbour cities thereof, saith the LORD, no man shall abide there, neither shall a son of man dwell in it.
As in the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbor cities thereof, saith Jehovah, no man shall dwell there, neither shall any son of man sojourn therein.
As at the downfall of Sodom and Gomorrah and their neighbouring towns, says the Lord, no man will be living in it, no son of man will have a resting-place there.
Just as Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed, along with their neighboring towns, says the Lord, nobody will live there—they will become uninhabited.
As in the ouerthrowe of Sodom, and of Gomorah, and the places thereof neere about, saieth the Lord: no man shall dwell there, neither shall the sonnes of men remaine in it.
As the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah, And its neighbours, said Jehovah, No one doth dwell there, Nor sojourn in her doth a son of man.
As in the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah and its neighbor cities,” says the LORD, “no man will dwell there, neither will any son of man live therein.
As in the overthrow of Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighboring cities , saith the LORD, no man shall abide there, neither shall a son of man dwell in it.
As Sodom was overthrown and Gomorrha, and the neighbours thereof, saith the Lord: there shall not a man dwell there, and there shall no son of man inhabit it.
Edom will be destroyed as completely as Sodom and Gomorrah and the nearby towns were destroyed long ago. As a result, no one will live there any more [DOU].
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- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 49:18
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 49:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
- Sermons on Jeremiah 49:18
Context — Judgment on Edom
18As Sodom and Gomorrah were overthrown along with their neighbors,” says the LORD, “no one will dwell there; no man will abide there.
19Behold, one will come up like a lion from the thickets of the Jordan to the watered pasture. For in an instant I will chase Edom from her land. Who is the chosen one I will appoint for this? For who is like Me, and who can challenge Me? What shepherd can stand against Me?” 20Therefore hear the plans that the LORD has drawn up against Edom and the strategies He has devised against the people of Teman: Surely the little ones of the flock will be dragged away; certainly their pasture will be made desolate because of them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 49:33 | “Hazor will become a haunt for jackals, a desolation forever. No one will dwell there; no man will abide there.” |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 29:23 | All its soil will be a burning waste of sulfur and salt, unsown and unproductive, with no plant growing on it, just like the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Admah and Zeboiim, which the LORD overthrew in His fierce anger. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 50:40 | As God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah along with their neighbors,” declares the LORD, “no one will dwell there; no man will abide there. |
| 4 | Amos 4:11 | “Some of you I overthrew as I overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah, and you were like a firebrand snatched from a blaze, yet you did not return to Me,” declares the LORD. |
| 5 | Job 18:15–18 | Fire resides in his tent; burning sulfur rains down on his dwelling. The roots beneath him dry up, and the branches above him wither away. The memory of him perishes from the earth, and he has no name in the land. He is driven from light into darkness and is chased from the inhabited world. |
| 6 | Zephaniah 2:9 | 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.” |
| 7 | Genesis 19:24–25 | Then the LORD rained down sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the LORD out of the heavens. Thus He destroyed these cities and the entire plain, including all the inhabitants of the cities and everything that grew on the ground. |
| 8 | Isaiah 34:10 | It will not be quenched—day or night. Its smoke will ascend forever. From generation to generation it will lie desolate; no one will ever again pass through it. |
| 9 | Revelation 18:21–23 | Then a mighty angel picked up a stone the size of a great millstone and cast it into the sea, saying: “With such violence the great city of Babylon will be cast down, never to be seen again. And the sound of harpists and musicians, of flute players and trumpeters, will never ring out in you again. Nor will any craftsmen of any trade be found in you again, nor the sound of a millstone be heard in you again. The light of a lamp will never shine in you again, and the voices of a bride and bridegroom will never call out in you again. For your merchants were the great ones of the earth, because all the nations were deceived by your sorcery.” |
| 10 | Isaiah 13:19–22 | And Babylon, the jewel of the kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah. She will never be inhabited or settled from generation to generation; no nomad will pitch his tent there, no shepherd will rest his flock there. But desert creatures will lie down there, and howling creatures will fill her houses. Ostriches will dwell there, and wild goats will leap about. Hyenas will howl in her fortresses and jackals in her luxurious palaces. Babylon’s time is at hand, and her days will not be prolonged. |
Jeremiah 49:18 Summary
[The LORD is saying that Edom will be completely destroyed, just like the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, because of its wickedness and pride, as seen in Genesis 19:1-29. This means that no one will be able to live there anymore, and it will be a desolate place, much like the fate of Babylon in Isaiah 13:19-20. The LORD is a holy and just God, who cannot tolerate sin and must judge it, as seen in Isaiah 30:18. We can learn from Edom's example to trust in God's sovereignty and seek His mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Psalm 51:1-2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Sodom and Gomorrah in Jeremiah 49:18?
Sodom and Gomorrah serve as an example of God's judgment on wicked cities, as seen in Genesis 19:1-29, and are used here to illustrate the severity of Edom's coming destruction, as declared by the LORD.
Why does the LORD say no one will dwell in Edom?
The LORD declares that no one will dwell in Edom because of its wickedness and pride, as stated in Jeremiah 49:16, which led to its downfall, much like the fate of Babylon in Isaiah 13:19-20.
Is the destruction of Edom a permanent judgment?
The destruction of Edom is a judgment from the LORD, and while it is severe, it is not necessarily permanent, as seen in the prophecy of Joel 3:19-20, which speaks of Edom's future restoration.
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse showcases God's holiness and justice, as seen in Isaiah 30:18, where He cannot tolerate wickedness and must judge it, while also demonstrating His sovereignty and power over all nations, as declared in Jeremiah 18:7-10.
Reflection Questions
- What are the consequences of pride and self-reliance, as seen in Edom's example, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the LORD's judgment on Edom reflect His love and desire for righteousness, and what does this mean for me as a follower of God?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty and justice, even when faced with uncertainty or chaos, as seen in Jeremiah 49:18?
- What can I learn from the example of Sodom and Gomorrah about the importance of humility and obedience to God's will?
- How can I apply the lesson of Edom's destruction to my own life, in terms of seeking God's mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Psalm 51:1-2?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 49:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 49:18
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 49:18
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:18
Sermons on Jeremiah 49:18
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The River of Life by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a vision that the prophet Ezekiel had about a river of life. The preacher emphasizes that this vision is a prophecy for the Church of the lat |
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Amos by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Amos in the Bible and its message for the children of Israel. He highlights how Amos discusses Israel's past blessings and remin |
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Luke 12:54 to End. Christ Reproves the People for Not Discerning the Signs of the Time. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the importance of discerning the signs of the times and being prepared for the future, drawing parallels from historical events like the delivera |
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Pride and Shame or Humility and Wisdom by Bob Hoekstra | Bob Hoekstra preaches on the importance of walking in humility rather than pride to receive God's grace and wisdom. Those who walk in pride end up with shame, as seen in the wicked |
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The Eternal Spirit the Gifts That Came by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the presence of dens of vice in our society, indicating that the Lord's coming is near. He refers to the book, which keeps him on the right |
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Enter Into His Rest by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by leading the congregation in praise and worship, emphasizing the importance of praising and magnifying the name of Jesus. He encourages the be |
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What Kind of Being Is Man - Part 3 by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the intelligence and ability of humans to organize and change their environment. He also highlights the presence of a sinful nature within ev |






