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Jeremiah 49:38

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Jeremiah 49:38 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

I will set My throne in Elam, and destroy its king and officials,” declares the LORD.

King James Version KJV

And I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence the king and the princes, saith the LORD.

American Standard Version ASV

and I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence king and princes, saith Jehovah.

Bible in Basic English BBE

I will put the seat of my power in Elam, and in Elam I will put an end to kings and rulers, says the Lord.

Free Bible Version FBV

I will set up my throne in Elam, and destroy its king and officials, declares the Lord.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And I wil set my throne in Elam, and I wil destroy both the King and the princes from thence, saith the Lord: but in the latter daies I wil bring againe the captiuitie of Elam, sayeth the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And I have set My throne in Elam, And I have destroyed thence King and princes — an affirmation of Jehovah.

World English Bible WEB

I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from there king and princes,’ says the LORD.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence the king and the princes, saith the LORD.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And I will set my throne in Elam, and destroy kings and princes from thence, saith the Lord.

Translation for Translators T4T

I, Yahweh, will judge them there [MTY], and then I will get rid of their king and his officials.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 49:38

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Jeremiah 49:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/שַׂמְתִּ֥י כִסְאִ֖/י בְּ/עֵילָ֑ם וְ/הַאֲבַדְתִּ֥י מִ/שָּׁ֛ם מֶ֥לֶךְ וְ/שָׂרִ֖ים נְאֻם יְהוָֽה
וְ/שַׂמְתִּ֥י sûwm H7760 to set Conj | V-Qal-1cs
כִסְאִ֖/י kiççêʼ H3678 throne N-ms | Suff
בְּ/עֵילָ֑ם ʻÊylâm H5867 Elam Prep | N-proper
וְ/הַאֲבַדְתִּ֥י ʼâbad H6 to perish Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
מִ/שָּׁ֛ם shâm H8033 there Prep | Adv
מֶ֥לֶךְ melek H4428 King's N-ms
וְ/שָׂרִ֖ים sar H8269 ruler Conj | N-mp
נְאֻם nᵉʼum H5002 utterance N-ms
יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 49:38

וְ/שַׂמְתִּ֥י sûwm H7760 "to set" Conj | V-Qal-1cs
This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set
Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.
כִסְאִ֖/י kiççêʼ H3678 "throne" N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a throne, symbolizing a seat of power or authority, often canopied or covered. It is used to describe the throne of God or a king, representing royal dignity and power.
Definition: 1) seat (of honour), throne, seat, stool 1a) seat (of honour), throne 1b) royal dignity, authority, power (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: seat, stool, throne. See also: Genesis 41:40; 2 Chronicles 23:20; Psalms 9:5.
בְּ/עֵילָ֑ם ʻÊylâm H5867 "Elam" Prep | N-proper
Elam refers to a son of Shem and his descendants, as well as a region, first mentioned in Genesis 10:22. The name means eternity. Elam is also the name of several Israelites, including one mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42.
Definition: § Elam = "eternity" a province east of Babylon and northeast of the lower Tigris
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: Elam. See also: Genesis 10:22; Nehemiah 10:15; Isaiah 11:11.
וְ/הַאֲבַדְתִּ֥י ʼâbad H6 "to perish" Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
To perish means to be destroyed or lost, whether it's a person, animal, or thing, like the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19.
Definition: 1) perish, vanish, go astray, be destroyed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) perish, die, be exterminated 1a2) perish, vanish (fig.) 1a3) be lost, strayed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to destroy, kill, cause to perish, to give up (as lost), exterminate 1b2) to blot out, do away with, cause to vanish, (fig.) 1b3) cause to stray, lose 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to destroy, put to death 1c1a) of divine judgment 1c2) object name of kings (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (אֲבַד "to destroy" H0007)
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: break, destroy(-uction), [phrase] not escape, fail, lose, (cause to, make) perish, spend, [idiom] and surely, take, be undone, [idiom] utterly, be void of, have no way to flee. See also: Exodus 10:7; Psalms 112:10; Psalms 1:6.
מִ/שָּׁ֛ם shâm H8033 "there" Prep | Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
מֶ֥לֶךְ melek H4428 "King's" N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וְ/שָׂרִ֖ים sar H8269 "ruler" Conj | N-mp
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
נְאֻם nᵉʼum H5002 "utterance" N-ms
This word refers to an utterance or declaration from God, often through a prophet. It is used in the Bible to describe a revelation or message from God, like in Exodus or Numbers.
Definition: 1) (Qal) utterance, declaration (of prophet) 1a) utterance, declaration, revelation (of prophet in ecstatic state) 1b) utterance, declaration (elsewhere always preceding divine name)
Usage: Occurs in 358 OT verses. KJV: (hath) said, saith. See also: Genesis 22:16; Jeremiah 22:16; Psalms 36:2.
יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

Study Notes — Jeremiah 49:38

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1 Jeremiah 43:10 Then tell them that this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: ‘I will send for My servant Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and I will set his throne over these stones that I have embedded, and he will spread his royal pavilion over them.
2 Daniel 7:9–14 As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened. Then I kept watching because of the arrogant words the horn was speaking. As I continued to watch, the beast was slain, and its body was destroyed and thrown into the blazing fire. As for the rest of the beasts, their dominion was removed, but they were granted an extension of life for a season and a time. In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Jeremiah 49:38 Summary

[God is saying that He will be in charge of Elam and will judge its leaders because of their sins, as stated in Jeremiah 49:38. This shows that God is a fair and loving judge, as seen in Psalm 89:14. He wants what is best for everyone, and sometimes that means correcting or punishing those who do wrong, as mentioned in Hebrews 12:6. God's ultimate goal is to bring people back to Himself and restore them, as seen in Jeremiah 49:39 and Jeremiah 31:33.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for God to set His throne in a place like Elam?

This signifies God's sovereign authority and presence in the nation, as seen in Jeremiah 49:38, where He declares His intention to set His throne in Elam, much like He did in Jerusalem, as mentioned in Jeremiah 3:17.

Is God's destruction of Elam's king and officials an act of cruelty?

No, it's an act of judgment, as God is a righteous Judge, as stated in Deuteronomy 32:4, and Elam's wickedness has reached a point where God must intervene, as seen in Jeremiah 49:37 where He declares His fierce anger.

Does this verse imply that God is only concerned with judgment and not with restoration?

No, as seen in Jeremiah 49:39, God also promises to restore Elam in the last days, demonstrating His mercy and love, similar to His promise to restore Israel, as stated in Isaiah 44:26-28.

How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's sovereignty?

This verse highlights God's sovereignty over all nations, including Elam, as He declares His intention to set His throne in the nation, demonstrating His power and authority, as seen in Psalm 103:19 and Daniel 4:17.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does it mean for God to be the sovereign ruler of my life, and how can I submit to His authority?
  2. How can I trust in God's goodness and justice when I see evil and injustice in the world, as in the case of Elam's destruction?
  3. What does this verse teach me about God's character, and how can I apply that to my relationship with Him?
  4. In what ways can I acknowledge and reverence God's throne in my own heart and life, as He sets His throne in the nations?

Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 49:38

And I will set my throne in Elam,.... Either when Alexander subdued it, or Cyrus, or rather Nebuchadnezzar, whose palace probably was, as it is certain his successors was, in Shushan in Elam, as before observed from Daniel 8:2.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 49:38

And I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence the king and the princes, saith the LORD. I will set my throne in Elam - I will show myself King by my judgments there, as though my tribunal were erected there.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:38

God here calls the throne of Nebuchadnezzar, or Cyrus, or Alexander, (whoever he was that conquered the Persians,) his throne: 1. Because God gave it the conqueror. 2. Or because God showed himself the Lord of hosts, or the Lord of the whole earth, by disposing the kingdom of Persia at his pleasure. He doth not threaten the destruction of the whole nation, but the making of it all tributary, so as it should have no kings nor princes of its own.

Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:38

Jeremiah 49:38 And I will set my throne in Elam, and will destroy from thence the king and the princes, saith the LORD.Ver. 38. And I will set my throne in Elam,] i.e., I will solemnly execute my judgments upon these people, as if I sat in my judgment seat in a public court in the midst of them. Diod.

Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:38

(38) I will set my throne in Elam.—The throne of Jehovah is, it is clear, the throne of the king who is, for the time, His chosen instrument and servant, in this case therefore the throne of Nebuchadnezzar (Jeremiah 43:10), against whom. Elam, like the other nations in Jeremiah 25:13-25, and in Jeremiah 48, 49, had apparently risen in rebellion. Of this we have, perhaps, a trace in the statement of Jdt 1:1-13, that Nebuchadnezzar defeated Arphaxad, a king of Media, in the seventeenth year of his reign. The words find an historical fulfilment in the fact that Shushan, “in the province of Elam,” became one of the royal residences of the Chaldæan kings (Daniel 8:2), and continued to be so under those of Persia, who, as regards the population of Elam proper, were as conquerors (Nehemiah 1:1; Esther 1:2). A like prediction of the fall of Elam, among other nations, before the attack of the King of Babylon is found in Ezekiel 32:24.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:38

Verse 38. I will set my throne in Elam] This is spoken either of Nebuchadnezzar or Cyrus. It is certain that Cyrus did render himself master of Elymais and Media, which are in the land of Elam.

Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 49:38

38. set my throne in] sit in judgement upon. Cp. Jeremiah 1:15, Jeremiah 43:10.

Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 49:38

Literally, king and princes. Elam will lose its independence, and henceforward have no native ruler with his attendant officers.

Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:38

38. I will set my throne — Of judgment, to punish king and princes, (not, as in the text, “the king and the princes.”)

Sermons on Jeremiah 49:38

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Flavius Josephus From the Captivity of the Ten Tribes to the First Year of Cyrus by Flavius Josephus Flavius Josephus recounts the tragic events that led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the captivity of the Israelites. From the siege of Jerusalem by the Babylonians to the appo
David Cooper To See the Living God by David Cooper In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the description of four living creatures in the book of Ezekiel. These creatures have wings joined together and always move straight forward
James MacDonald God on the Throne: A Picture of Holiness by James MacDonald In this sermon, the speaker discusses the mystery and awe-inspiring nature of God. He references a vision from the book of Daniel, where thrones were placed and the ancient of days
David Guzik (Daniel) a Survey of Five World Empires by David Guzik In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the interpretation of Daniel's vision in chapter 7 of the Bible. The vision describes four beasts that arise from the sea, each representing
Keith Hartsell Becoming More Saint and Less Sinner by Keith Hartsell In this sermon, the speaker describes a hypothetical scenario of a multicultural crowd coming together to celebrate the name of Jesus. The speaker emphasizes the importance of prai
Horatius Bonar Rev. 20:6. the First Resurrection by Horatius Bonar Horatius Bonar emphasizes the hope of resurrection as central to the Christian faith, contrasting it with the finality of death. He explains that the first resurrection, as describ
St. John Chrysostom Two Exhortations to Theodore After His Fall - Part 1 by St. John Chrysostom John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of repentance and the eternal consequences of our choices. He emphasizes the severity of exclusion from the glory of the other world a
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